Best Celebrity Gossip and Scoop: December 2010

Friday, December 31, 2010

Michelle Williams Says She'll Watch 'Brokeback Mountain' With Daughter

Actress says Matilda will see the film in which her mother and father Heath Ledger co-starred 'when she's ready.'
By Terri Schwartz

Michelle Williams
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Michelle Williams already told MTV News that she'll show her daughter Matilda her racy drama "Blue Valentine" someday, but that's not the only controversial film the actress thinks she'll be proud to show her child. In an interview with Angeleno magazine, Williams said that there will be a time in Matilda's future when she will sit down and show her daughter "Brokeback Mountain," a film that has a special place in Williams' heart.

"I will watch it with her, when she's ready," she said of the gay-cowboy film in which she co-starred with the late Heath Ledger, Matilda's father. "It is hard to imagine what that would feel like, but one day, yes, we will watch it together."

When describing why "Brokeback" was so important to their family, Williams said, "I was just an actor who happened to be lucky enough to be in the right place, and it was the place where I met Matilda's father, and that is a lot. It was a lot. And it will be a lot for Matilda too, when she gets around to watching it."

Matilda is only 5-years-old now, but Williams told MTV that she is excited for the day when she can share her work with her child. She described "Blue Valentine" as a movie she could "stand behind" and has been thinking a lot about what Matilda's reaction to her filmography will be.

"I feel like I'm excited for the day when she's old enough to see it, because my aim is to make her proud that the time I spent away from her wasn't in vain," she explained.

Williams recently opened up to the press about Ledger's death. Her ex-boyfriend was found dead in his apartment on January 22, 2008, at age 28. His death was attributed to an accidental overdose of a number of prescription medications.

"I've found meanings around the circumstance, but the actual event itself still doesn't ... I can't find a meaning for it," Williams told ABC's "Nightline." "I can find meanings in things and people and relationships that have sprung up and friendships that have strengthened. I can find a lot of meaning in that, but not in why."

Check out everything we've got on "Blue Valentine."

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Source: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1655119/20101230/story.jhtml

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Usher Most Admires Justin Bieber's 'Excitement And Innocence'

Bieber's mentor tells MTV News the teen sensation has 'so much more in store for the future.'
By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Tim Kash

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Photo: Jason Merritt/ Getty Images

With so much accomplished in 2010, Justin Bieber has certainly set the bar high for 2011. But the teen singer is already gearing up for next year. Bieber will not only release his much-anticipated 3-D flick, "Never Say Never", but he has also teased that he'd like to release an album of all-new material sometime later next year.

His mentor, Usher, thinks that at this point, the sky's the limit.

"As far as music and entertainment, that's the beginning," Usher told MTV News at Sunday's AMAs, where Bieber performed and took home four awards.

"There's so much more in store for the future, or at least there's a ton of things we can do and will, and with the support of his fans who will continue to just grow and grow and grow."

At 16, Bieber has accomplished what few manage with many more years in the music business, but Usher said he wants to ensure that Bieber doesn't stop enjoying it all as his popularity continues to grow and his schedule gets busier.

Asked what he admires most about Justin, Usher said, "His excitement and innocence in it. And I don't mean that in a light way because I think that he's absolutely enjoying every moment of it, as any young man his age would, but in a different way because [of] the hard work that has gone in and led to the dream that has become a reality. And every time you have an opportunity do something incredible, I tell him to do his best and be conscious that what you're doing today should last forever and eternity."

What did you think of Justin's AMA performance on Sunday? Tell us in the comments!

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Piece of Me

Artist: Britney Spears
Label: Jive/Zomba Label Group
Director: Wayne Isham
Album: Blackout

Source: http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?artist=501686&vid=195543

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Who Had the Highest-Grossing Concert Tour of 2010?

While the concert business took a hit in 2010 (ticket sales dropped an estimated 12 percent from last year), some artists totally rocked it out on the road.

The Los Angeles Times reported the figures from Pollstar about which acts made the biggest impact touring this year, and it's a veritable mix of tried-and-true legends with hot up-and-comers.

Bragging rights for the highest-grossing concert tour of 2010 goes to none other than Bon Jovi, whose globe-spanning live shows helped them haul in more than $200 million ($108.2 million of which came from touring the U.S. alone)! Following close behind Bon Jovi were fellow 80's icons AC/DC at $177 million.

Bono's back problems didn't hinder U2 from having a hot year, as they came in third grossing $160.9 million. The unstoppable Lady Gaga finished #4 with $133.6 million in sales and hard rockers Metallica rounded out the top 5 after raking in more than $110 million.

Those weren't the only impressive numbers to come back from Pollstar regarding 2010's biggest tours though. Fans of the Dave Matthews Band made sure to catch the group jam out before taking a hiatus in 2011, as they sold 1.27 million tickets in North America (helping them bring in $72.9 million).

After DMB and Bon Jovi came pop sensation Justin Bieber, who sold roughly 987,000 tickets to screaming teens in the U.S. Meanwhile, John Mayer moved 894,000 tickets (with a final estimation of $49.9 million in sales) and 880,000 fans came out to see Brad Paisley.

However, living legends were the ones who seemed to make the biggest impact on the touring business this year. Roger Waters brought "The Wall" on the road much to the delight of Pink Floyd fans around the world, who shelled out $89.5 million to hear the classics.

Paul McCartney, always a big draw for the generation-spanning Beatles fans, averaged $3.86 million per night and had the 6th biggest North American tour of 2010 (the 42-show tour pulled in $61.8 million).

Also filling the seats in venues everywhere were Michael Bublé (who grossed $65.7 million), the Eagles ($64.5 million) and the Black Eyed Peas ($50.5 million).

Which bands/artists did you see in concert in 2010? Chime in below!

Source: http://www.ivillage.com/who-had-highest-grossing-concert-tour-2010/1-a-309937

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Heidi Montag: living the island life

Heidi Montag

On Tuesday (September 8), Heidi Montag continued her stay in the tropical locale of Costa Rica. The bikini-clad former MTV reality star sipped on a drink while taking a dip in the pool at her villa as one of her dogs joined in on the waterbound action. In related news, Spencer Pratt has spoken out about his misguided steps when it comes to being a husband to Heidi Montag. Pratt tells, "Divorce can be a trying, draining, and emotionally devastating experience for all involved. Despite these hardships, most individuals manage to conduct themselves with dignity and maturity. I did not ? I failed spectacularly." Expressing his remorse over his sex tape sell attempt, the 270year-old tells, "I horribly embarrassed the one person that meant the world to me. For my outrageous and infantile behavior, I offer Heidi my most sincere apologies." Continuing on, Spencer gushed, "Over the years, her love, support, and friendship were always given, but never properly cherished. I let her down. She never deserved the pain and anguish I put her through, and although I don't expect it, I hope in time she'll be able to forgive me. Even though our relationship has changed, I will always count her among my best friends." Enjoy the pictures of Heidi Montag living the good life in Costa Rica (September 8). [gallery=736]

Source: http://www.celebritygossiphollywood.com/general/celebrity-couples/heidi-montag-living-the-island-life/

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Lady Gaga, Alicia Keys, Taylor Swift Top Charitable Celebs List

DoSomething.org announces its 2010 'Celebs Gone Good' roundup.
By Terri Schwartz

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Photo: Dimitrios Kambouris/ WireImage

MTV News already recognized Lady Gaga as being the most important Woman of the Year (and our most fashionable), but we weren't the only ones taking notice: DoSomething.org listed their top 20 most charitable celebrities of 2010, and unsurprisingly, Gaga took the #1 spot.

DoSomething helps young people develop causes they care about, and the organization said Gaga represented that spirit this year more than any other artist. From calling for an end to the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy (which was recently repealed) to hosting a "Hands Up for Marriage Equality" event, Gaga focused on helping others.

Fellow pop star Alicia Keys was #2 on the "Celebs Gone Good" list. As the founder of Keep a Child Alive, Keys worked harder than ever to provide AIDS treatment worldwide and raised $1.1 million with her Digital Death Campaign, thanks to the help of celebrities such as Gaga, Kim Kardashian, Usher and Justin Timberlake.

Coming after Keys on the list was America's newest sweetheart Taylor Swift, who earned her spot by donating $500,000 to relief efforts after Nashville flooded earlier this year, as well as by joining Scholastic's READ NOW program to promote literacy.

Rounding out the top five were Ashton Kutcher and his wife, Demi Moore, who launched the DNA Foundation to help stop child sex trafficking and met with world leaders to end slavery worldwide, and Ellen DeGeneres, who teamed up with the Trevor Project to combat bullying and raised more than $150,000 for LGBT people struggling with mental-health issues.

Nick Jonas came onto the list at #6 thanks to his becoming the National Chair for "Walk to Cure Diabetes" as well as his portion of the Jonas Brothers' Change for the Children Foundation.

Matt Damon placed #7 for his Water.org organization, while Leonardo DiCaprio was #8 for donating $1 million to the tiger-preservation foundation Save Tigers Now.

Oprah was #9, and Justin Bieber snuck into 10th place after dedicating a music video to children battling illness worldwide and donating $150,000 to a Buffalo, New York, hospital. He also worked with Pencils of Promise to build schools and increase education opportunities for less-fortunate children, and dedicated $1 of every concert ticket sold to the organization.

Shakira, Betty White, Eva Longoria, Sophia Bush, Alyssa Milano, Sandra Bullock, Wyclef Jean, Prince William, Stephen Colbert and AnnaLynne McCord were the other 10 celebrities recognized for their charitable efforts this year.

After debuting his recent buzz cut and his own charitable efforts, it looks like "Charlie St. Cloud" star Zac Efron might be making a run to place on next year's list.

Who do you think was the most charitable celeb in 2010? Tell us in the comments below!

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Thursday, December 30, 2010

Celebrity Breakup: Vanessa Hudgens and Zac Efron

Vanessa Hudgens and Zac Efron

It was confirmed that Vanessa and her longtime boyfriend/ ?High School Musical? costar Zac Efron decided to call it quits. According to Us Magazine, the ?High School Musical? co-stars have split after spending more than three years in the spotlight together. With their romance having started as the two were paired up as co-star leads in Disney's "High School Musical," a source close to the couple now claims of the breakup, "It was mutual. They have been together for so long. It just ran its course." And, the insider insists, "They are still talking and still friends. There's no drama. No one cheated. They just grew up." [gallery=746]

Source: http://www.celebritygossiphollywood.com/celebrities/vanessa-hudgens-celebrities/celebrity-breakup-vanessa-hudgens-and-zac-efron/

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Michael Jackson Producers Defend Posthumous Michael Album

'Michael mentored me so much to where I kind of knew how to complete his sentences,' Theron 'Neff-U' Feemster tells MTV News of picking up where MJ left off.
By Jayson Rodriguez, with reporting by Steven Roberts

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Photo: Epic Records

Michael Jackson's first posthumous album, Michael, has been met with mixed emotions by fans of the King of Pop. Black Eyed Peas frontman will.i.am lashed out at MJ's estate for commissioning the album, while Akon, a contributor on the project, hailed the effort.

Some of the songwriters and producers behind Michael are simply asking people to give it a chance before making a decision.

"They're gonna love the music, because it speaks for itself," Eddie Cascio, who is credited as a songwriter on "Breaking News," told MTV News. "Michael sounds great. The songs are great. The production sounds great. Teddy Riley did a phenomenal job finishing off the songs. The quality and production are incredible."

Theron "Neff-U" Feemster agreed. The producer had a hand in three of the album's 10 tracks, including "Hollywood Tonight" and standouts "(I Like) The Way You Love Me" and "Best of Joy." Feemster worked with Jackson in the past, as did the majority of the contributors to Michael, which he thinks made the project uniquely authentic despite MJ having little say in the way his tracks were completed.

"It wasn't difficult," Feemster told MTV News of picking up the rough material. "It was like coloring. It was coloring a frame that was already structured. Michael mentored me so much to where I kind of knew how to complete his sentences. I understood the expectations that he wanted. He wanted to be beyond great. He wanted to give the world a gift, something they'd never heard or seen before. So even after his passing, it was great to have a great team of people to work with who also had experience working with Michael. It made it that much easier. Bringing very creative people together and people who understood his integrity and what he wanted as well, it was great."

What do you think of Michael? Share your reviews in the comments.

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Source: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1654266/20101214/jackson_michael.jhtml

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Week 1, Part 1

Brad Womack must face the two women he rejected.

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Doutzen Kroes posed for a sexy shoot

Doutzen Kroes

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

Source: http://www.celebritygossiphollywood.com/models/doutzen-kroes-models/doutzen-kroes-posed-for-a-sexy-shoot/

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Ke$ha - Tik Tok

Tik Tok

Artist: Ke$ha
Label: RCA
Director: Syndrome
Album: Animal [Clean]

Source: http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?artist=3213641&vid=445445

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Michael Jackson Album-Cover Artist Explains Hidden Meanings In His Work

Kadir Nelson leads MTV News through his tribute to the King of Pop.
By James Montgomery

Kadir Nelson
Photo: MTV News

It is a testament to the legendary life of Michael Jackson that no matter how big a canvas artist Kadir Nelson used to tell MJ's story — and at 9 feet wide and 4.5 feet tall, he used a pretty big one — he kept running out of room. It seems that Jackson's reign as the King of Pop was just too lengthy, his list of achievements too large and his life too all-encompassing to be summed up in even the most massive of murals.

"Michael's life was so huge I couldn't get it all into the painting," Nelson told MTV News. "So I would take images from throughout his life that were milestones ... images that would resonate with his fans. And even doing that was a challenge."

Still, Nelson gave it his best effort, and the result was "The King of Pop," his epic tribute to Jackson's life, which struck such a chord with the late icon's estate (and his label, Sony Music) that it was chosen as the cover for the just-released Michael album. But what fans see on that album is just a fraction of Nelson's original work.

" 'The King of Pop' is the life story of Michael Jackson, so what you see on the album cover is the centerpiece of the mural; Michael is wearing his famous bejeweled glove, and he's wearing a golden suit of armor, and he has this collar around his neck, like what you would see in a French painting of King Philip," Nelson explained. "The theme for this painting is 'royalty' and 'pop,' because Michael was the King of Pop. So you have Michael being crowned by two Cupids, he has his birthstones in his crown. He's wearing a soft, velvet drapery over his armor, because Michael had a very soft heart. Also, his hand is placed over his heart, because he had a big heart, and he put that big heart into everything he did."

And radiating from that royal image is Jackson's life story, which begins with images of his childhood in Gary, Indiana, extends upward to a gallery of his musical influences (Barry Gordy, Diana Ross, Smokey Robinson and Marvin Gaye, to name just a few), and then explodes with the launch of his solo career, starting with his star-making turn at the "Motown 25" television special (where he unveiled his "moonwalk" dance) and rolling right along to his Thriller heyday. There are also portions of the painting dedicated to his Bad, Dangerous and HIStory albums, and images of his children, the omnipresent media that followed him everywhere, and the women with whom he shared close relationships (Liz Taylor, Lisa Marie Presley and Madonna).

There are also, as Nelson explained, coded images hidden throughout the painting, everything from bubbles (blown by his pet chimpanzee, of course), an apple (because, as the painter explained, "kids would call [Jackson] 'Applehead' on his Neverland Ranch"), Peter Pan soaring off into the Northern Lights (meant to symbolize Jackson's ascension after his death) and, perhaps the most striking image of all, a golden throne atop a mountain: Jackson's throne, never to be occupied again.

"It's empty," Nelson explained, "because no one will ever sit in it now that he's gone."

What do you think of the Michael cover? Share your thoughts in the comments!

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Source: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1654225/20101214/jackson_michael.jhtml

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Belly Laughs for Black's Gulliver

Jack Black and Emily Blunt joke about how Black's stomach has a large part in their new 3-D movie 'Gulliver's Travels.'

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Wednesday, December 29, 2010

Who Had the Highest-Grossing Concert Tour of 2010?

While the concert business took a hit in 2010 (ticket sales dropped an estimated 12 percent from last year), some artists totally rocked it out on the road.

The Los Angeles Times reported the figures from Pollstar about which acts made the biggest impact touring this year, and it's a veritable mix of tried-and-true legends with hot up-and-comers.

Also filling the seats in venues everywhere were Michael Bublé (who grossed $65.7 million), the Eagles ($64.5 million) and the Black Eyed Peas ($50.5 million).

Which bands/artists did you see in concert in 2010? Chime in below!

Source: http://www.ivillage.com/who-had-highest-grossing-concert-tour-2010/1-a-309937

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Billy Boyd & Ali McKinnon's Wedding Day

Bringing his close friends together for a special occasion, Billy Boyd tied the knot with long-time girlfriend, Ali McKinnon, in Glasgow, London on Wednesday (December 29).

The ?Lord of the Rings? star had his good buddies and co-stars, Elijah Wood and Dominic Monaghan, right by his side for the momentous day.

Boyd and McKinnon met back in 2002 and have a 4-year-old son, Jack, also having been living together in Glasgow?s West End for several years.

Wedding coordinator, Louise Turner, told press that the ceremony had only about 30 people and the reception was planned for about 160 guests. "It's not a massive bash, and it will be quite intimate," Turner said.

Source: http://gossipcenter.com/elijah-wood/billy-boyd-ali-mckinnons-wedding-day-452156

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Matthew Morrison Calls Lindsay Lohan 'Fair Game' For 'Glee' Jabs

'I don't think anyone gets away from the 'Glee' scathing,' Morrison tells 'Access Hollywood' about recent episode's Lohan ribbing.
By James Dinh

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Photo: Jemal Countess/Getty Images

Lindsay Lohan's trials and tribulations have landed the starlet at the center of sideswipe jokes and as inspiration for future films. While the actress may not be too pleased with the wisecracking and mockery, "Glee" star Matthew Morrison thinks the 24-year-old actress should lighten up a bit.

"Access Hollywood" recently caught up with the "Glee" actor, who admitted that his show's recent Lohan sideswipe is just another instance of the series' usual humor, which often intertwines pop culture references.

"You know, when it comes to 'Glee,' I think everyone is fair game," Morrison told host Maria Menounos. "We poke fun at ourselves all the time. I don't think anyone really gets away from the 'Glee' scathing." He then added, "Sorry Lindsay."

Just last month, Lohan's mother, Dina, slammed the aforementioned "Glee" episode, which featured guest star Gwyneth Paltrow's character, Holly Holliday, poking fun at the troubled star. During the scene, Holliday gives a lecture in which she says, "Lindsey [sic] Lohan is totally crazy, right?" in Spanish. The ridicule continues when Holliday quizzes the class on numbers by asking, "How many times has Lindsay Lohan been to rehab?"

Dina told Radar Online that her daughter was deeply hurt by the show and Paltrow's participation in it. "Lindsay is so upset with Gwyneth," Dina said. "Lindsay was watching it while in [the] Betty Ford [rehab center], then she called me and was upset and said, 'Why did she have to do that?' We are the first to make fun of ourselves in our family. And Lindsay has even done 'SNL' a few times, but Gwyneth went overboard and it was unnecessary."

While Morrison didn't express too much sympathy for Lohan, he did gush about Katie Couric's guest-starring role on the highly anticipated post-Super Bowl episode of "Glee."

When asked about the news anchor's upcoming appearance, the "Glee" star described working with Couric as "awesome." He then shared, "We did this impromptu dance together. She showed me this thing called the pretzel," before demonstrating the maneuver to Menounos.

Morrison revealed that Couric plays herself on the episode and makes a visit to McKinley High to interview Sue Sylvester (played by Jane Lynch) as part of a "20 Biggest Losers of the Year" assignment.

"I can't give away too much because there's so many amazing lines that Jane has in that scene," he explained. "The last one is the best, but I can't say it. But yeah, [Couric] played herself. She was so much fun. I love her. She's such a great energy."

Do you think Lindsay has a right to get upset over the "Glee" jabs? Share your opinion in the comments.

Source: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1655067/20101229/story.jhtml

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Drake In 'Tip-Top Shape' For Take Care, Boi-1da Says

'Lyrically, he's gotten better,' producer tells Vibe magazine.
By James Dinh

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Photo: Michael Caulfield/ WireImage

Drake wasn't kidding when he said he'd been "compiling some great raps" for his new album, Take Care — just ask the project's collaborator/producer Boi-1da. In a recent interview with Vibe magazine, the hip-hop hitmaker — who worked heavily on Drizzy's Thank Me Later and Keri Hilson's recent effort — spoke about how impressed he was with the Toronto MC's lyrical flow on the sophomore effort.

"Man, 2011 is going to be a good year for music," Boi-1da told Vibe. "Drake's in tip-top shape, and what's amazed me is that lyrically, he's gotten better. He was already an outstanding lyricist, but now I'm just in anticipation of what people are going to think when they hear his new music."

The producer also revealed he gave Lil Wayne some beats for the rapper's next project, Tha Carter IV.

Boi-1da said Drake is trying to prove his credibility as a rapper more than as an R&B vocalist, saying the MC's bars speak for themselves. "I know a lot of people had criticized him for singing," the producer acknowledged, "but I think he's just coming back to show people why they fell in love with him, like, 'Did you forget about me?' And it's really coming out in his raps. It's something I can't even really explain."

Based on recent interviews, it seems as if the Toronto star is focused on making his sophomore effort much more than your average album.

"Take Care is its own mission," he said during an appearance on Shade 45's morning show. "I'm really going back to the So Far Gone where, first of all, as much as the label and people are fighting me, I'm not doing 14 songs, 'cause it doesn't give me enough. I want to do interludes, transitions and different moments. I have an overabundance. I've never had this many raps."

Do you prefer Drake rapping or singing? Tell us in the comments!

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Source: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1655015/20101228/drake.jhtml

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"Teen Mom" Amber Portwood: Out on Bail

Once again a free woman, "Teen Mom" star Amber Portwood
was released from the Madison County Jail after a 24 hour overnight stay on Tuesday (December 28).

The television star was accompanied by her mother, Tonya Portwood, and grandmother as the trio left the legal facility following Amber's court appearance.

As previously reported by GossipCenter, Miss Portwood was arrested and charged with two counts of a Class D felony for domestic abuse, neglect, and also a misdemeanor for beating up her boyfriend Gary Shirley.

Out on $5000 bail, the incidents stem from an episode on the hit MTV show which aired footage of Amber beating up Gary.

As for her jail stay, insiders tell that the troubled young lady had to spend the night in jail with four other cell mates, and that she slept on the floor on a standard jail mat.

Source: http://gossipcenter.com/amber-portwood/teen-mom-amber-portwood-out-bail-451932

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'Twilight Saga' Star Jackson Rathbone Launching Record Label

Rathbone's label may release the upcoming album from his own band, 100 Monkeys, in addition to other artists' music.
By Terri Schwartz

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Photo: Damian Vaca/ MTV News

Because filming a blockbuster film, working on a new album and going on tour apparently aren't keeping him busy enough, Jackson Rathbone has decided to set up his own record label, too. In an interview with Zooey magazine, Rathbone revealed that he'll soon be known for the artists he helps develop, as well as for his acting and his own music.

The multitasking star best known for portraying of Jasper Hale in "The Twilight Saga" is currently filming "Breaking Dawn" in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and also is working on finishing his next album with his rock group, 100 Monkeys. His fellow bandmates went with him to the movie set so that they could complete the album and kick off a 10-day tour starting after Christmas. 100 Monkeys member Jerad Anderson confirmed to MTV News that Rathbone would indeed be starting a record label, through which he'll release material by other artists.

"We might be putting the [100 Monkeys] record out on this label," Anderson reported. "We haven't collectively decided as a band yet."

The group also scored "Girlfriend," an indie flick featuring Rathbone and Anderson that made its premiere in September at the Toronto International Film Festival. They haven't received official confirmation whether the movie will play at the 2011 South by Southwest in Austin, Texas, but considering 100 Monkeys will be performing during that festival, Anderson said, "It's very likely." He added, "The movie has momentum coming from a successful debut [in] Toronto. "

When the band embarks on their tour after the holiday, MTV cameras will be on the bus documenting the behind the scenes of 100 Monkeys' daily adventures. "Should be interesting..." Anderson said. MTV has already gotten an inside look into the life of the group thanks to some Web diaries that Rathbone recorded. Rathbone also has been hard at work on the set of McG's new Web series, "Aim High."

And, of course, filming continues on "Breaking Dawn," as the final two installments of "The Twilight Saga" inch closer to completion. The first official picture from the film hit the Internet in November, and some paparazzi photos have been released of and the Volturi in costume.

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Source: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1654898/20101223/story.jhtml

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Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Michael Jackson - Liberian Girl

Liberian Girl

Artist: Michael Jackson
Album: Bad

Source: http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?artist=1102&vid=208399

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Vanessa Hudgens Enjoys a Day of Beautification

Keeping on top of the day's errands, Vanessa Hudgens was spotted out for a day of beautification in Los Angeles, CA on Tuesday (December 28).

Showing off a little tummy while covering up her face, the "Sucker Punch" star popped into the Ricki Criswell skin care and waxing studio for a short visit before continuing along with her agenda.

Spotted out with a few friends for lunch the previous day, Vanessa has been in high spirits despite recently ending her three-year relationship with ex-beau Zac Efron.

Talking with press about the split during her 22nd birthday party in Las Vegas earlier this month, Hudgens simply said, "We're good."

Source: http://celebrity-gossip.net/vanessa-hudgens/vanessa-hudgens-enjoys-day-beautification-451588

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"Teen Mom" Amber Portwood: Out on Bail

Once again a free woman, "Teen Mom" star Amber Portwood
was released from the Madison County Jail after a 24 hour overnight stay on Tuesday (December 28).

The television star was accompanied by her mother, Tonya Portwood, and grandmother as the trio left the legal facility following Amber's court appearance.

Out on $5000 bail, the incidents stem from an episode on the hit MTV show which aired footage of Amber beating up Gary.

As for her jail stay, insiders tell that the troubled young lady had to spend the night in jail with four other cell mates, and that she slept on the floor on a standard jail mat.

Source: http://gossipcenter.com/amber-portwood/teen-mom-amber-portwood-out-bail-451932

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Michael Jackson - Hold My Hand

Hold My Hand

Artist: Michael Jackson
Label: Columbia Records/SMG
Album: Michael

Source: http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?artist=1102&vid=605180

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Monday, December 27, 2010

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Gimme More

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Label: Jive/Zomba Label Group
Director: Jake Sarfaty
Album: Blackout

Source: http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?artist=501686&vid=179677

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Mary J. Blige Dishes On Her 'Crazy' Led Zeppelin Covers

'I've listened to their music since I was a child,' says the R&B diva, who recorded 'Stairway to Heaven' and 'Whole Lotta Love.'
By James Montgomery, with reporting by Larry Carroll

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Photo: MTV News

You wouldn't peg Mary J Blige as the black-light-and-tapestry sort, but, as has become readily apparent in recent weeks, she absolutely loves Led Zeppelin.

In early February, reports began circulating that Blige had re-recorded Zeppelin's classic "Stairway to Heaven," working with Travis Barker, "American Idol" judge Randy Jackson and guitarist Steve Vai on the track, which is slated to appear on the international reissue of her Stronger With Each Tear album, due Monday.

But after she had recorded "Stairway," Blige continued to get the Led out, covering another Zeppelin classic — the thunderous "Whole Lotta Love" — for the album too. And when MTV News caught up with her on the Essence Black Women in Hollywood red carpet, she told us all about channeling her inner Robert Plant for the tracks, a process that came much easier than you'd probably imagine.

"I did Led Zeppelin's 'Stairway to Heaven' and 'Whole Lotta Love' — it's crazy," she said. "I am a Led Zeppelin fan. I'm not going to say I've been to their concerts, but I've listened to their music since I was a child, and it's always moved me, especially 'Stairway to Heaven,' and 'Whole Lotta Love' is just fun."

Blige also said she recorded another new song — a "club record" called "I Can't Wait" — for the re-release. And while it's only slated to hit shelves outside the U.S., she hopes her fans will get a chance to hear all the new songs pretty soon.

"I want y'all to hear it," she laughed.

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PICS: Lil Kim Gives Christmas Face

Looks like Lil Kim got a Christmas present for herself recently: more plastic surgery. Chick's face was looking all kinds of off (yes, more than usual), as she made a guest stop at Club AllStar in Elizabeth, NJ on Christmas Eve.

We've got the pics when you read on...

She's giving me a Denise Richards vibe.

Oh Kimmy. Yes, I should be used to this ish by now. But I don't know how much more I can take. Spare my heart Kimmy!

Alrighty then.

Pic Credit: AllEyesOnWho

Source: http://theybf.com/2010/12/25/pics-lil-kim-gives-christmas-face

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Usher - Trading Places

Trading Places

Artist: Usher
Label: Zomba/LaFace Records
Director: Chris Robinson
Album: Here I Stand

Source: http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?artist=1270&vid=285678

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HOLIDAY FAB: Brandy Spreads Christmas Cheer With The L.A. Mission

What better way to celebrate this time of year than to give back to others in your own back yard. Brandy was spotted serving up Holiday cheer...and food...to those in need on Christmas Eve.

We've got the pics when you read on...