https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tkC4ZJCiMb4&feature=youtu.be Tupac’s love for his mother Afeni Shakur is cemented in song, but will be brought to life on the big screen in the highly anticipated All Eyez On Me. In this EXCLUSIVE clip from the movie, a young Pac is gifted a notebook from his mother, who reassures him it will get him “a […]
According to the NFL, Tom Brady is really good at deflating footballs. According to the video above, meanwhile, Tom Brady is really bad at dancing. The star quarterback tried to get down with his bad self at a New England Patriots Super Bowl ring ceremony in Massachusetts over the weekend. The result reminded made us think two things: Brady should stick to his day job. Brady really is white, huh? The only question now is whether this is more embarrassing than Brady's attempt to throw a baseball . Despite his impending four-game suspension to begin next season, though, Brady appeared to be in high spirits at the event. Check out his dance floor moves now and just try not to crack up.
Tupac Shakur died of fatal gunshot wounds in 1996. Some believe the rapper is actually still alive, but until we see some actual evidence that verifies this seemingly crazy rumor, we are gonna assume one of music's all-time greats was taken from us far too soon. We pay homage to Tupac in this photo gallery and we continue to send our thoughts and prayers to his loved ones. 1. Tupac Shakur, Mother Tupac Shakur poses here with his mother. The rapper was gunned down at the age of 25. 2. Afeni Shakur, Tupac Shakur Afeni Shakur with her son Tupac Shakur. 3. Tupac Sex Tape Photo There it is. A photo from the Tupac sex tape. That girl’s going to town. 4. Tupac Mug Shot A classic mug shot of the late Tupac Shakur. He’s still larger than life, even in death. 5. Tupac Shakur Mug Shot A classic mug shot of the late Tupac Shakur. 6. Tupac Pic Tupac Shakur. Larger than life, even in death. View Slideshow
In light of all the director drama, Hobnobbing has a few reminders why we should celebrate the sequel. By Amy Wilkinson Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss and Liam Hemsworth as Gale in “The Hunger Games” Photo: Murray Close/ Lionsgate Entertainment It’s been a fraught few weeks following director Gary Ross’ announcement that he wouldn’t helm “The Hunger Games” follow-up “Catching Fire.” Panem watchers are rightfully peeved: In Ross, fans found a kindred spirit, one who always seemed a devotee first and a director second. As the rumor mill continues to rage regarding who will fill his sizable shoes ( reports indicate Francis Lawrence and Bennett Miller are the top two candidates), now seemed as good a time as any to remind ourselves that despite the director drama, there’s plenty to look forward to in “Catching Fire.” Here are five reasons we should all be celebrating. It’s Actually Being Made Obvious, sure, but remember when a sequel wasn’t a foregone conclusion? When Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer said the first installment had to hit $100 million domestically in order to justify sequels (which it did handily)? We’re lucky to have at least two — if not three — more films on the horizon. Just think how “John Carter” fans feel right now … Gary Ross Set Up the Series Well No sloppy seconds here. Ross’ successor will have to bring his A-game to “Catching Fire,” considering the bar Ross set. Here’s hoping he is up for the challenge. Either Director Will Excel Speaking of a challenge, if the rumored director shortlist of Lawrence (“Water for Elephants”) and Miller (“Moneyball”) is accurate, the series will be in safe and sound hands. My colleague, Kevin P. Sullivan, already examined the candidates’ respective CVs in length , but suffice it to say, both directors will bring their respective strengths to the Games. Fresh Faces Will Abound Once a director is in place, casting can begin in earnest for the bevy of new characters in “Catching Fire.” Whether you’re dying to drool over dreamy District 4 tribute Finnick Odair or can’t wait to see who struts as Johanna Mason , there will be a whole new slew of casting announcements to await. And, of course, we’ll be speculating endlessly until the reaping is complete. We’ll Enter a Whole New Arena In addition to the tribute parade, fans will devour an entirely new Games thanks to the jungle-like setting of the Quarter Quell. Remember how cool it was to see the arena for the first time in “The Hunger Games”? Well, prepare for that feeling again! Beyond that, it will be intriguing to see how a new director handles the aesthetics of Katniss’ dystopian world. Let “Catching Fire” blaze! What about “Catching Fire” has you stoked? Sound off in the comments below and tweet me @amymwilk with your thoughts and suggestions for future columns! Check out everything we’ve got on “Hunger Games: Catching Fire.” For young Hollywood news, fashion and “Twilight” updates around the clock, visit HollywoodCrush.MTV.com .
MTV News staff argue for and against the ‘Pac-O-Gram on Wednesday’s ‘RapFix Live.’ By MTV News Staff, with reporting by Sway Calloway Tupac’s hologram at Coachella Photo: Kevin Winter/ Getty Images Not everyone is a ‘Pac-O-Gram fan. When late rap legend Tupac Shakur was resurrected Sunday night on the Coachella stage as a hologram, music lovers everywhere took notice. Most applauded the effort, but there were those who felt uneasy watching a reimagined Tupac prance across the stage. MTV News senior writer James Montgomery was quite skeptical of the whole display. “Who wouldn’t want to see Tupac or anyone on a tour? But just for me there were some things about it that kind of bothered me,” he said when he appeared on Wednesday’s “It didn’t seem really right to me.” From the beginning of the performance, Montgomery was rubbed the wrong way. “What the f— is up, Coachella,” the optically enhanced Tupac image screamed before “Hail Mary” played from the stage speakers. “Tupac died in 1996 and Coachella didn’t start until 1999, which means that someone basically had to record that dialogue for him, which is kind of troubling,” he said. “It’s basically putting words in the deceased’s mouth.” Rob Markman, senior hip-hop writer for MTV News, has the opposing view. He believes that the projected image of ‘Pac onstage isn’t much different from the big-screen video montages that rappers have used to honor Shakur and other fallen rappers like the Notorious B.I.G. and Big Pun during their own concerts. From Buzzworthy: ” In addition to the artistic possibilities, the business prospects are also sure to be appealing to some. “It raises these weird questions about artist legacy,” Montgomery said. “How long until you see every casino in Vegas get Elvis or Billie Holiday and they have these sort of quote, unquote live shows of these people?” “RapFix Live” host Sway Calloway noted that no matter which side of the debate you fall on, quality is the most important aspect of it — and the general consensus is that the Tupac hologram was done well. “Dr. Dre sanctioned it, Afeni Shakur OK’d it,” he said, referring to Tupac’s mother and onetime producer. “Bottom line: If it was poorly done and it was wack, we wouldn’t even be having this discussion.” Related Videos DJ Khaled And Juvenile Take Over ‘RapFix Live’ Related Photos Tupac’s Hologram At Coachella Related Artists Tupac
The absurd Tupac sex tape unearthed earlier this year has been sold, but only to a private collector who has no plans to make the 1991 footage public. According to reports, the former owner of the tape decided not to sell to any corporate sex companies, describing them as “parasites.” How virtuous. It is unknown how much the 2Pac video sold for, but it was reported that two rival porn agencies were ready to pay $150,000 or more for the Tupac sex tape. Tupac’s family have made it clear they do not want the X-rated flick to be distributed and have insisted that they “will sue anyone who tries to sell a Tupac tape.” According to an official spokesman for Tupac’s estate, only his family can authorize the use of Tupac’s image for commercial use and they would not permit this. The rapper’s mother Afeni Shakur has also reportedly told her representatives: “Get the legal team ready because we will not allow someone to put it out.” Looks like a moot point now. The footage of Tupac getting serviced orally by some girl at a house party while smoking, drinking and dancing to his own music will be enjoyed by a private collector for personal use only. Which is sort of odd. [Photo: WENN.com]
Hope Solo is not sexy. Her words, not ours. “I still don’t buy the idea that I’m a sex symbol,” the 30-year-old soccer star tells ESPN magazine in its annual Body Issue , which features her nude on the cover. “Sure, I’ve had marriage proposals, invitations to military balls and prom offers. But my entire purpose is trying to be the best, and if that exudes beauty too … it means the image of the typical female body type is finally evolving.” As an international soccer star, Olympic gold medalist and Dancing With the Stars hopeful (Maksim Chmerkovskiy’s dream partner in fact), Hope is riding high these days. That wasn’t always the case for the athlete. “Growing up, I felt insecure about my build,” adds the 5’9″, 150-lb. Solo. “Guys would say, ‘Look at those muscles! You can kick my ass!’ I didn’t feel feminine.” “But that’s changed in the last four years.” What do you think of Hope Solo’s ESPN Magazine cover? Cheap gimmick or sending a positive message about body image? Share your comments with us below.