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Kelly Clarkson, Mary J. Blige, More Are 2011 ‘VH1 Divas’

Jill Scott, Florence and the Machine and Jessie J will also perform at the concert event, which celebrates soul this year. By James Dinh Kelly Clarkson Photo: Mike Moore/ Getty Images ” VH1 Divas ” is back and ready to celebrate some soul. On Thursday (October 27), it was announced that Mary J Blige, Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson, Jill Scott, Florence and the Machine and Jessie J will serve as the star-studded lineup for the long-running concert event, which airs December 19 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on VH1. This year, VH1 is paying tribute to prominent birthplaces of soul music, including Chicago, Detroit, London, Memphis and Philadelphia. Blige and company are expected to pay homage to these cities and the genre through their own soulful tracks as well as some of the genre’s classic tunes onstage at New York’s iconic Hammerstein Ballroom. And it’s not just women who are in on the celebration, but also the Roots, who have been confirmed as the event’s house band. ?uestlove is set to pull double-duty during the concert as musical director too. In a press release for the ceremony, VH1’s Lee Rolontz shared his thoughts on the 2011 theme. “This year’s telecast will showcase the vast impact soul music has had on the 21st century’s music and pop culture landscape as our talented and diverse lineup will attest,” he said. “This year’s Divas offers a modern twist on soul music, all while tipping its hat to the legacy of key cities that created this musical heritage.” Additional announcements regarding even more performers, presenters and special guests are to be expected in the coming weeks. Clarkson took to Twitter shortly after the announcement to share her excitement. “Super stoked to announce that I am performing at #VH1DIVAS!!” the songstress tweeted. “VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul” marks the former “American Idol” alum’s second appearance on the series. The singer appeared on the event’s comeback ceremony in 2009 alongside Adele and Miley Cyrus . Who are you most excited to see at 2011’s “VH1 Divas”? Share your comments below! Related Artists Kelly Clarkson Mary J. Blige

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Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, Taylor Lautner To Reveal ‘Breaking Dawn’ Clip On MTV!

‘Twilight’ stars will stick around for lengthy Q&A after clip, which premieres November 3 at 7:56 p.m. By Kara Warner Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart in “Twilight: Breaking Dawn – Part 1” Photo: Summit Entertainment Calling all “Twilight” fans! MTV has got a triple-layer treat for you in the form of exclusive interviews with your favorite three stars during our “MTV First: Breaking Dawn – Part 1.” On Thursday, November 3, at 7:56 p.m. ET on MTV, we will premiere a never-before-seen clip from the hugely anticipated new film live on-air, to be introduced by megastars Kristen Stewart , Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner . Immediately following the introduction and premiere of the clip, Stewart, Pattinson and Lautner will be sticking around for a lengthy Q&A session with MTV News’ Josh Horowitz — a chat that begins on air and continues on MTV.com. Who knows what will happen when the three stars actually get together in one room, because separately they’ve had some very intriguing things to say about one another. In recent conversations, RPattz has compared his sex scenes to “playing Twister,” while KStew has revealed that Taylor began one of their fight scenes by confessing to his co-star, “You’re so cute.” Fans can get in on the anything-might-happen conversation immediately by submitting video or text questions beginning Thursday (October 27) via MTV.com or via Twitter (using @MTVNews, plus the hashtags #AskTwilight and #MTVFirst ). Also launching today is our fan-voted poll of the Top Five Favorite “Twilight Saga” Moments thus far, including Edward and Bella’s first kiss in “Twilight,” the infamous Jacob abs-reveal in “New Moon,” Edward and Jacob in the tent in “Eclipse,” the fan-favorite “leg hitch” scene in “Eclipse” and Edward proposing to Bella in “Eclipse.” Beginning on Monday, October 31, the clips will be revealed in order of popularity. So mark your calendars and set your alarms to tune in to our “MTV First: Breaking Dawn – Part 1,” which kicks off Thursday November 3 on MTV at 7:56 p.m. Check out everything we’ve got on “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1.” For young Hollywood news, fashion and “Twilight” updates around the clock, visit HollywoodCrush.MTV.com . Related Videos MTV Is Bringing You An Exclusive Look At ‘Twilight: Breaking Dawn – Part 1’ Related Photos Twilight: Breaking Dawn

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