It’s the time of year when Oscar winning movies take on teen favorites in the MTV Movie Awards. Already announced, SNL’s Jason Sudeikis will host the show on Sunday, June 5th. Justin Bieber is even up for an award!
Billboard Award Nominees Announced
April 14, 2011 By 1 Comment
The Billboard Music Awards are coming up next month on ABC. So far there have been some performers announced for this year’s show including The Black Eyed Peas, Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, and more to come. This morning the official nominations came out for this year’s awards during a press conference. Who’s on top with a total of 18 nominations?
Rihanna is the leader as for as nominations at this year’s show with a total of 18. Wow!!! You go girl. Some of her nominations are Top Hot 100 Artist, Top Female Artist, Top R&B Artist and Top Dance/Electronic Artist, with her “Love the Way You Lie” collaboration with Eminem scoring six nominations on its own. And Eminem isn’t far behind Rihanna with 16 nominations of his own. Coming in 3rd with 12 nominations is Lady Gaga. Other front-runners include Justin Bieber and Bruno Mars with 11 each.
The show airs on ABC May 22nd. Check out the full list of nominees below.
Per EW:
Top Artist: Justin Bieber, Eminem, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Taylor Swift
Top New Artist: Justin Bieber, Taio Cruz, Ke$ha, Bruno Mars, Nicki Minaj
Top Male Artist: Justin Bieber, Drake, Eminem, Bruno Mars, Usher
Top Female Artist: Ke$ha, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Rihanna, Taylor Swift
Top Duo/Group: The Black Eyed Peas, Bon Jovi, Lady Antebellum, Linkin Park, U2
Top Billboard 200 Artist: Justin Bieber, Susan Boyle, Eminem, Lady Antebellum, Taylor Swift
Top Hot 100 Artist: Ke$ha, Bruno Mars, Katy Perry, Rihanna, Usher
Top Digital Songs Artist Eminem, Ke$ha, Bruno Mars, Katy Perry, Rihanna
Top Radio Songs Artist: Drake, Bruno Mars, Katy Perry, Rihanna, Usher
Top Touring Artist: Bon Jovi, Michael Buble, Lady Gaga, U2, Roger Waters
Top Social Artist: Akon, Justin Bieber, Eminem, Lady Gaga, Rihanna
Top Streaming Artist: Justin Bieber, Eminem, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Shakira
Top Digital Media Artist: Akon, Justin Bieber, Eminem, Lady Gaga, Rihanna
Top Pop Artist:, Justin Bieber, The Black Eyed Peas, Ke$ha, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry
Top R&B Artist: Alicia Keys, Monica, Rihanna, Trey Songz, Usher
Top Rap Artist: Drake, Eminem, Lil Wayne, Ludacris, Nicki Minaj
Top Country Artist: Jason Aldean, Kenny Chesney, Lady Antebellum, Taylor Swift, Zac Brown Band
Top Rock Artist: Kings of Leon, Linkin Park, Mumford & Sons, Muse, Train
Top Alternative Artist: The Black Keys, Kings of Leon, Linkin Park, Mumford & Sons, Muse
Top Latin Artist: Enrique Iglesias, Pitbull, Prince Royce, Shakira, Wisin & Yandel
Top Dance Artist: The Black Eyed Peas, David Guetta, Lady Gaga, La Roux, Rihanna
Top Christian Artist: Casting Crowns, MercyMe, Skillet, tobyMac, Chris Tomlin
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Academy of Country Music Awards 2011 Winners and Performances – PICS and VIDEOS
April 4, 2011 By 1 Comment
Fans and industry members voted Taylor Swift as the Academy of Country Music’s entertainer of the year at Sunday night’s 46th annual ACM Awards, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, while televised on CBS. Swift played her new single, “Mean,” the sharp-tongued response to some of her haters, playing on a fake backwoods front porch with accompaniment from an old-style string band with fiddle, mandolin, acoustic guitar and a six-string banjo.
“For me, with the entertainer of the year award, I see the face of Shania [Twain] and Garth [Brooks] and my heroes,” she told PEOPLE after snagging the honor. “To be among them – it just means so much.”
Lady Antebellum also took major ACM awards with top vocal group and album of the year for the multiplatinum song “Need You Now.” The Band Perry, a bluegrass-rooted family trio, was voted in as overall best new artist over best new solo artist winner Eric Church.
For his part, Brad Paisley seemed genuinely surprised when he won best male vocalist over Jason Aldean, Blake Shelton, George Strait and Keith Urban. In the moments after the announcement he seemed taken aback by being named as country’s top male voice, as if the award was too much. (Paisley opened the show with “Old Alabama,” a song that found him borrowing lines from Alabama’s “Mountain Music.”)
“I am honestly shocked. This is way too many of these for me,” he said of his fifth consecutive trophy in the category. “I don’t want to know who got paid what,” he quipped, quickly adding, “No, it’s all very fair.”
Award shows tend to be as much about the performances as the actual awards — or even more so. The ACM awards pushed the envelope more than most… at the 45-minute mark there had been seven songs without a single award being handed out. Hoping a genre-crossing appeal will improve ratings and possibly expose non-country fans to the music, producers paired Rihanna with Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles for a performance of Rihanna’s latest single, “California King Bed.” While the two had obvious chemistry, their voices didn’t blend so well.
The crowd at the MGM arena jumped to its feet when Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler joined Carrie Underwood for a rendition of her heavy rock tune “Undo It” and Aerosmith’s classic “Walk This Way.” But when Tyler sang, “So I gave her just a little kiss, like this,” she pulled away at the last second and grinned.
The show also teamed veteran singer-songwriter James Taylor with the Zac Brown Band for a performance segment and lined up Ryan Seacrest, actress Reese Witherspoon and “Twilight” actor Robert Pattinson to be among the award presenters. Miranda Lambert made the most trips to the podium, earning four awards last night, honored as best female vocalist, and her hit single “The House That Built Me” was named both single and song of the year. The song snagged video of the year as well.
Entertainer of the year nominee Aldean even worked a couple of country rap interludes into his “Dirt Road Anthem.” Among the awards handed out before Sunday’s telecast, Reba McEntire was honored for career achievement and Swift collected the Jim Reeves International Award, which recognizes country performers who spread the music worldwide. The Tex Ritter Award that goes to movies that emphasize country music went to the Gwyneth Paltrow starring “Country Strong.” Garth Brooks took another ACM Award, even though he released no new recordings during the eligibility period, as one of two recipients of the Cliffie Stone Pioneer Award, which also was given to Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers.
McEntire hosted the show for the 13th time, bringing Blake Shelton on to co-host with her. Much of the pair’s banter during the show centered on Shelton learning to do the job, which he handled for the most part with ease and humor, while taking a jab at Miley Cyrus.
“Eric Church has a big hit this year with ‘Smoke a Little Smoke,’” Shelton, 34, told the audience. His punch line? “I heard it was about Miley Cyrus.”
Shelton also poked fun at Swift’s breakup with Jake Gyllenhaal, and made low blows to LeAnn Rimes’ marriage issues. However, a Charlie Sheen joke did sneak its way in there eventually when Blake said that the MGM Grand was so big it would take Sheen forever to trash it. He then noted that since that statement was “not a joke,” he didn’t break the “no Charlie Sheen” rule that was playfully put into effect at the beginning of the ceremony.
Full list of 2011 ACM Winners:
- Entertainer of the Year: Taylor Swift
- Top Male Vocalist of the Year: Brad Paisley
- Top Female Vocalist of the Year: Miranda Lambert
- Top Vocal Duo of the Year: Sugarland
- Top Vocal Group of the Year: Lady Antebellum
- Album of the Year: Need You Now, Lady Antebellum
- Single of the Year: “The House That Built Me,” Miranda Lambert
- Song of the Year: “The House That Built Me,” Miranda Lambert
- Video of the Year: “The House That Built Me,” Miranda Lambert
- Vocal Event of the Year: “As She’s Walking Away,” Zac Brown Band featuring Alan Jackson
- Top New Artist: The Band Perry
- Career Achievement Award: Reba McEntire
- Jim Reeves International Award: Taylor Swift
- Cliffie Stone Pioneer Award: Garth Brooks, Larry Gatlin & The Gatlin Brothers
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Whoopi Goldberg Explodes At Donald Trump; Admits to Smoking Pot Before Oscars-VIDEO
March 24, 2011 By 1 Comment
Well Whoopi Goldberg certainly had herself an exciting day!
First, Whoopi got into a heated argument with Donald Trump during her daily stint on ‘The View.’ The Donald, who has mentioned that he would consider running for President, demanded that President Obama show the world his birth certificate to prove that he is, in fact, a native of this country. That didn’t sit well with Goldberg who quickly pointed out that Trump was full of BS.
“That’s a terrible thing to say,” she said, as Whoopi exclaimed, “oh my God…that’s the biggest pile of dog mess I’ve heard in ages.” She continued, “it’s not ’cause he’s black, is it?” Trump said it had “nothing to do with that.”
“Because I’ve never hear any white president being asked to show his birth certificate,” Whoopi said heatedly, pounding her fist into her hand. “When you become the president of the United States of America, you know that he’s American. I’m sorry. That’s just B.S.”
But Goldberg’s fun didn’t stop there today.
TMZ got ahold of an ancient video of Whoopi where she admits that she was higher than a kite during her 1991 Oscar speech for Best Supporting Actress for the movie, ‘Ghost,’ after smoking marijuana.
“Whoopi explained how she smoked a ‘wonderful joint’ to help calm her nerves before winning the Best Supporting Actress award for ‘Ghost’ … and was so high during the award show, she had to mentally coach herself on to the stage.”
Whoopi is also heard telling listeners that, just because she did it, doesn’t mean they should [smoke marijuana].
To see Whoopi’s acceptance speech, CLICK HERE
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James Franco and Anne Hathaway HATE Each Other
March 1, 2011 By 1 Comment
The 2011 Oscars were as boring as ever and despite ABC’s attempt to appeal to a younger generation and repeatedly mention how “hip” the event was…the awards show failed.
Monday morning critics ripped the event and a lot of blame fell upon James Franco’s OVAH THIS attitude and Anne Hathaway’s overcompensating energy. The lack of chemistry was painfully obvious between James and Anne and sources told Us that it was due to the fact that they “hated each other” by the end of the ordeal.
“She had to provide all the energy — he was just phoning it in,” says a second insider. (“James seemed in his own little world,” during the Oscar telecast, says another source. “Producers were pissed.”
Rep’s for James say that the mag’s story is completely untrue, but I actually believe this one. It was like watching Lindsay Lohan attempt rehab…just sad and a big flop. They won’t be returning any time soon as Hugh Jackman and Billy Crystal are both up for the job again.
Scarlett Johansson and Jeremy Renner Dating ?!
February 28, 2011 By 1 Comment
Looks like the rumors about Scarlett Johansson and Jason Sudeikis have fizzled. Red Carpet photogs captured Johansson getting quite cozy with Jeremy Renner as they strutted down the red carpet of the Academy Awards arm-in-arm and caused a snap-shot frenzy, although each came with different dates. (Renner took his mom and Johansson came with her talent agent Joe Machota).
Per Fox News:
The “Hurt Locker” star made a beeline for Johansson on the red carpet at the 83rd Academy Awards Sunday night, and the two spent some quality time lightly touching one another and making chit chat amidst the crush of Hollywood heavies.
The two laughed and smiled for the cameras, and definitely seemed like they were more than friends. So are they or aren’t they? That remains to be seen. She and Ryan Reynolds called it quits late last year, so it’s quite possible that it’s true.
Click here to find out who dropped the F-Bomb at last night’s awards!
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Oscars 2011 Winners List and PHOTOS, VIDEO
February 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Aside from the fashion that will be subjected to Joan River’s endless puns, the night belongs who took home the Academy Award. Anne Hathaway and James Franco hosted the evenings events as two of the youngest hosts in the event’s history.
[Colin Firth's Oscars Acceptance Speech - VIDEO]
The theme of the night screamed “THE OSCARS ARE NOW HIP AND FUN!!!! YOU ARE HAVING FUN!!!” Too bad it was the typical snoozefest despite Anne’s high on life energy. She was brought down by Franco’s Ovah This Mess/Probably Stoned Right Now demeanor. Even with James briefly dressed as Marilyn Monroe and a skit in which he was in a white skintight leotard couldn’t save things from the sleepy state. Half way through the show most of the celebs were ready to hand over the Best Actor statue to Colin Firth and get to the bar already.
Oscars 2011 Winners List:
Best Picture: “The King’s Speech.”
Actor: Colin Firth, “The King’s Speech.”
Actress: Natalie Portman, “Black Swan.”
Supporting Actor: Christian Bale, “The Fighter.”
Supporting Actress: Melissa Leo, “The Fighter.”
Directing: Tom Hooper, “The King’s Speech.”
Foreign Language Film: “In a Better World,” Denmark.
Adapted Screenplay: Aaron Sorkin, “The Social Network.”
Original Screenplay: David Seidler, “The King’s Speech.”
Animated Feature Film: “Toy Story 3.”
Art Direction: “Alice in Wonderland.”
Cinematography: “Inception.”
Sound Mixing: “Inception.”
Sound Editing: “Inception.”
Original Score: “The Social Network,” Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross.
Original Song: “We Belong Together” from “Toy Story 3,” Randy Newman.
Costume Design: “Alice in Wonderland.”
Documentary Feature: “Inside Job.”
Documentary (short subject): “Strangers No More.”
Film Editing: “The Social Network.”
Makeup: “The Wolfman.”
Animated Short Film: “The Lost Thing.”
Live Action Short Film: “God of Love.”
Visual Effects: “Inception.”
Click HERE for a recap of the Oscars Fashion: Best and Worst Dressed…
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Oscars 2011 Fashion: Best and Worst Dressed – PHOTOS
February 28, 2011 By 7 Comments
The Academy Awards is the highlight of awards season. A celeb’s garb at the Oscars can make or break their fashion icon status in just one night. Sure, winning that naked gold little man is what the night’s supposed to be about, but even if you loose at least you look damn good. Here are the Fashion Winners for the night… (You can click HERE for the 2011 Oscars Winners List…)
Mila Kunis – She wore an airy lavender lace gown that hugged her body in all the right places. Elie Saa created this dress that was easily one of my favorites and will no doubt be on several best dressed lists.
Jennifer Hudson looked amazing in her Versace. Camera and tv hues affected just about every red color palate that walked the carpet. I believe Hudson’s gown was a tangerine masterpiece. I typically avoid any color in the orange family, but this was by far one of the best dresses on the red carpet. She will be fighting Kunis for the place as Best Dressed. It’s a tough call.
Gwyneth Paltrow – As much as the mere mention of GOOP sends my eyes rolling followed by exasperated sighs, Paltrow’s look was refreshing in the sea of Bumpit filled updos and gowns with trains. Her metallic Calvin Klein was modern. (The fact that her mother is Blythe Danner helped.)
Amy Adams will be present on most best dressed lists with her gorgeous L’Wren Scott dress. The navy blue against her hair made her pop on the carpet and drew your eyes.
Honorable Mentions…
Michelle Williams‘ pearly Chanel dress worked wonders with her platinum super short locks without washing her out.
Natalie Portman wore a purple/wine colored gown that downplayed her growing baby bump but still looked chic. The Rodarte creation will probably find it’s way to several best dressed lists.
Halle Berry chose a champagne toned Marchesa dress that will also make it’s way to many best dressed lists.
Sandra Bullock embraced the red dress trend that was a popular choice this year. Her Vera Wang gown was beautiful, but didn’t outshine her competition.
Penelope Cruz‘s dress put me on the fence. I love that she is proud of her post baby figure and went with such a bold choice, but this flaming red gown looks more like an ice dancer’s costume. Regardless, she still looked fantastic.
Reese Witherspoon was channeling Julia Roberts simple black Valentino number from a few years back, but her dress in comparison to the aforementioned eye-catching garbs looked boring.
On the Fence…
I had to add a place for Cate Blanchett. I adore her and her fearless sense of style, but this Givenchy gown has qualities I love and hate. The front has too much of a messy bib quality, but the back has playful and skin revealing structure. The pale pink/purple hue is a gorgeous color on her, but the fake sleeves are such a head smacker. You will find her on both best and worst dressed lists today as many others will be split between worshiping it’s risky integrity and hating on it due to the odd nature. Yet, there is still something about it I love.
Oh Honey, No…
Nicole Kidman is a statuesque beauty that towers over everyone on the carpet. So why she gave herself a kimono battleship hip look is beyond me. It covered her lovely figure and looked unpolished. Dior is typically one of my favorites and never as safe as say…Calvin Klein…but this had to send Tim Gunn’s tender fashion sense into fits.
Scarlett Johansson wore a carpet clashing red/magenta hue. First mistake. Pair that with the lace and the ill fit around her chest and we have a rejected Victoria Secret design.
Melissa Leo‘s Marc Bouwer gown will also be a repeat on the worst dressed. It was an Elvis meets Star Wars. Never a good fashion marriage.
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Lady Gaga Lied About Time Spent In Grammy Egg
February 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Lady Gaga‘s arrival is not one to forget! Even the worst dressed celebrity is an after thought once Gaga rolled onto the Grammy red carpet in her egg! Gaga has told Ryan Seacrest on his radio show that she spent 72 hours in the egg (or, as Gaga referred to it, “vessel”) but she may have exaggerated a bit…
Per RadarOnline:
“I was in there for about 72 hours, and it was a very creative experience, and it was time for me to prepare and really think about the meaning of [Born This Way] and get prepared for the performance,” Gaga said on Seacrest’s show. “I really wanted to be born on stage.”
Sources close to her Grammy performance suggest the singer is telling a bit of a tale. It’s a creative one, but it’s allegedly a lie.
“The tank at the Grammy’s only had 30 minutes worth of oxygen in it so Gaga’s full of it for saying she was in that egg for hours!” a source close to the singer told RadarOnline.com exclusively.
Could Lady Gaga be a liar? She’s hardcore for sure, but not hardcore enough to spend 72 hours in an egg.
Click here to find out who was told to diet when they were only 11 years old!
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Esperanza Spalding Attacked by Justin Bieber Fans
February 14, 2011 By 1 Comment
Hell hath no fury like the wrath of a Justin Bieber fan! The Grammys provided us with plenty of surprises last night, one of which being Esperanza Spalding taking home the award for Best New Artist, but one of the biggest surprises coming from the Grammys seems to be in the form of jilted Bieber fans! After the little-known jazz bassist/singer took home one of last nights top awards (Click HERE for a list of winners), many of his fans took the internet and attacked Spalding’s Wikipedia page.
Per Us:
Angry “Beliebers” attacked Spalding’s Wikipedia page, adding insults, taunts and pro-Bieber messages. After the page listed her as “Best New Artist” winner, one fan wrote, “Justin Bieber deserved it go die in a hole. Who the heck are you anyway?” Another fan wrote “Biber 4 Lyfe.” By Monday, the page had been scrubbed clean of insults.
And according to one ‘helpful editor,’ Spalding’s middle name was, ever so briefly, changed to “Quesadilla.” This takes Bieber-fever to a whole new level. These are the same girls who send death threats to females seen in his company – nice fan base he’s got there! Wait — are his fans even old enough to be Wiki-editors?
Click here to see Justin Bieber performing last night.
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