Cassadee Pope was named the winner on The Voice results show last night after an hour and 58 minutes of filler … but at least that filler was strong by reality show standards. Case in point? Rihanna performing “Diamonds” live: Rihanna – Diamonds (Live on The Voice) A little awkward that she wasn’t singing the backing vocals – performed by herself on the studio track – but she sounds good live (and looks great as always). The Killers, Bruno Mars and Kelly Clarkson also took the stage on the NBC show’s final episode of 2012, with Cassadee Pope joining the latter in her performance. Do you think C-Pope deserved to win? YES! Team Cassadee FTW! NO! Should’ve been Terry! Or Nick! View Poll »
Texas teachers could be armed with guns themselves following Friday’s stunning Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in Newtown, Connecticut. The state’s governor, Rick Perry, has expressed support – at least for allowing districts to determine whether their teachers can carry concealed weapons. It has also been reported that one Texas district already permits teachers to pack concealed handguns in class; Perry says he is open to expanding the idea. Perry told the NE Tarrant County Tea Party on Monday evening: “In the state of Texas, if you go through the process, have been trained, and you are a handgun-licensed individual, you should be able to carry a gun anywhere in the state.” In addition, Virginia Gov. McDonnell said Tuesday, “I know there’s been a knee-jerk reaction against that [but] I think there should at least be a discussion of that.” “If people were armed, not just a police officer but other school officials … certainly there would be an opportunity to stop aggressors coming into the schools.” “So I think that’s a reasonable discussion that ought to be had,” he added. Virginia and Colorado have already seen gun sales spike this week. In the Harrold Independent School District in Texas, a policy was already implemented in 2007 that allows teachers to carry concealed handguns in schools. Harrold superintendent, David Thweatt, has said “We’re a rural community. We’re in a county about a little smaller than the state of Rhode of island.” “We’re 30 minutes from law enforcement. Thirty minutes is an extremely long time.” In Connecticut last week, 20-year-old Adam Lanza shot his mother dead, then drove to the nearby Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown. He broke his way in before murdering 20 children as well as six adults in the school. After the slaughter, Lanza turned the gun on himself and shot himself dead. It was one of the worst high school massacre shootings in United States history and has sparked a wide debate on gun control and regulations in America. What do you think: Should teachers be allowed to carry guns? Yes, it could actually prevent violence! No, that would be utter insanity … View Poll »
Texas teachers could be armed with guns themselves following Friday’s stunning Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in Newtown, Connecticut. The state’s governor, Rick Perry, has expressed support – at least for allowing districts to determine whether their teachers can carry concealed weapons. It has also been reported that one Texas district already permits teachers to pack concealed handguns in class; Perry says he is open to expanding the idea. Perry told the NE Tarrant County Tea Party on Monday evening: “In the state of Texas, if you go through the process, have been trained, and you are a handgun-licensed individual, you should be able to carry a gun anywhere in the state.” In addition, Virginia Gov. McDonnell said Tuesday, “I know there’s been a knee-jerk reaction against that [but] I think there should at least be a discussion of that.” “If people were armed, not just a police officer but other school officials … certainly there would be an opportunity to stop aggressors coming into the schools.” “So I think that’s a reasonable discussion that ought to be had,” he added. Virginia and Colorado have already seen gun sales spike this week. In the Harrold Independent School District in Texas, a policy was already implemented in 2007 that allows teachers to carry concealed handguns in schools. Harrold superintendent, David Thweatt, has said “We’re a rural community. We’re in a county about a little smaller than the state of Rhode of island.” “We’re 30 minutes from law enforcement. Thirty minutes is an extremely long time.” In Connecticut last week, 20-year-old Adam Lanza shot his mother dead, then drove to the nearby Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown. He broke his way in before murdering 20 children as well as six adults in the school. After the slaughter, Lanza turned the gun on himself and shot himself dead. It was one of the worst high school massacre shootings in United States history and has sparked a wide debate on gun control and regulations in America. What do you think: Should teachers be allowed to carry guns? Yes, it could actually prevent violence! No, that would be utter insanity … View Poll »
We’ve found her! The only female on the planet who did not vote Phillip Phillips for American Idol champion! Granted, she’s like four years old. It’s both hilarious and heart-breaking to watch her reaction to this week’s finale results. But it should at least be comforting to Fox executives – following a season where ratings tumbled – to know that at least some fans out there still care. A lot. Watch poor little Laney’s reaction to the outcome now and start the hate mail campaign for the mother behind the camera, who seems to take pleasure in mocking her toddler’s pain: Jessica Sanchez Fan Reacts to Loss
Just minutes after wishing Jay-Z a Happy Birthday via Twitter, one-time Roc-A-Fella Records associate Noreaga publicly wished that Hov and his former partner Dame Dash would reconcile. Get The Inside Scoop On Harlem! “For Christmas I ask Santa if Hov and Dame could talk,” Nore wrote on his Twitter page . “Maybe make Irv president of something and to free Boosie n Ja Rule. I hope I get it. Please.” Jay-Z and Dame co-founded Roc-A-Fella Records in 1995 along with partner Kareem “Biggs ” Burke. After years of success building a label, clothing line and various other ventures, the team had a very public falling out, selling their stakes in Roc-A-Fella to Def Jam. After releasing the classic album The War Repor t with is partner Capone in 1995 on Penalty Records, Nore was signed to Def Jam Records as a solo artist. His debut album N.O.R.E contained the Neptunes-produced hit “Superthug.” In 2006 he released a Reggaeton album on Roc-La-Familia called N.O.R.E. y la Familia…Ya Tú Sabe executive produced by Jay-Z. Nore also appeared in several of the Roc-A-Fella movies including State Property , State Property 2 and Death of A Dynasty . Possibly inspired by the holiday season and Jay-Z’s birthday, Nore offered many personal observations about the team and was very passionate in his defense of Damon Dash and The Inc’s Irv Gotti. “I think Dame was one of the best black ceo’s of our generation. I think Irv Gotti was one of the best executives minus they attitudes at one point,” he wrote. “Dame came to my studio so much cause he heard I always had his artists booking sessions and he just wanted to be around energ y. Everybody who say they hate Dame, if he got back wit Hov u would love him again!!! Every bit of footage u saw of Dame yelling he made sense… It’s just [his] tactics was wrong. PAY ATTENTION. The bad cop good cop thing was something they invented. Dame [just] kept playing that character too long.” Nore went on to highlight that Diddy’s Ciroc deal may not have happened had it not been for Jay-Z and Dame’s Armadale Vodka venture. Also citing a lack of Black leadership at record labels Nore felt that two should at least speak, even if they don’t become best friends again. “I got love for Hov & Dame,” he added. “I’m not taking sides nor am I saying who’s right or wrong I’m just saying I miss Roc-A-fella, miss the unity. I just always get sad when I see them by they self. I’m not saying bring Roc-A-Fella back but Dame should be able to call Hov and say happy Bday.” READ NORE’s FULL THOUGHTS ON HIS TWITTER PAGE @Noreaga. Jay-Z’s Engineer Young Guru Talks Watch The Throne [VIDEO] Decoded: Jay-Z And Damon Dash Beef [VIDEO] Dame Dash Wants No Part Of Beanie Sigel Jay-Z Beef
During an appearance on The View that will air today, Billy Ray Cyrus made a startling announcement: he said he’s called off his divorce from wife Tish. “I want to put my family back together,” he told the hosts and the audience, adding: “Things are the best they’ve ever been.” That’s quite the departure from how things have been recently, considering the interview Billy Ray gave to GQ last month in which he blamed Hannah Montana for destroying his family and said Satan was attacking Miley. But Billy Ray claims things are much better now: “I feel like I got my Miley back in a way,” he said during yesterday’s taping. “I feel like we are the daddy and daughter that we were before Hannah Montana happened.” In October, Billy Ray and wife Tish issued a joint statement announcing plans to end a 17-year marriage. Miley has often been seen out with her mom since then – often defending her from paparazzi – but sources say she hasn’t spoken to her dad in months. We’d be very happy for the family if that’s changed, but we also must be a bit hesitant to believe anything Billy Ray says. The man has proven to often be full of it.
Lee DeWyze returned to the stage that made him famous last night. The season nine American Idol champion, whose album sales have been less than stellar , performed a new single (“Beautiful Like You”) and offered advice to the remaining finalists: “Just remember why you tried out in the first place. You guys are fine, no matter what happens.” Inspiring words… and an impressive performance? You tell us: Lee DeWyze Performs on American Idol
“This song is about love and strength and is dedicated to our friends in Japan.” That’s how Will.I.am introduced his group’s rendition of “Just Can’t Get Enough” last night, as The Black Eyed Peas followed Lee DeWyze and performed on the American Idol results show. Toned down a bit from their Super Bowl spectacle, the single featured Will.I.am on the piano and Fergie in a white dress with St. Patrick’s Day-themed nail polish. A nice touch. Check out their performance now: The Black Eyed Peas – Just Can’t Get Enough (American Idol)
Abraham Lincoln famously said that “A house divided against itself cannot stand.” Yet a Jersey Shore house divided against itself only stands to be more entertaining. In this week’s installment, friction between Ronnie and Sammi forces peeps to choose sides, while a stalker returns, Deena wears all denim and so much more. As always, THG breaks down some of the top Jersey Shore quotes and scenes from the episode in our official, patented +/- recap below. Let’s get it ON! Comment rendered unnecessary. Vinny and Snooki grow closer on a lunch date. Cute, but Minus 10 for the profound words emblazoned on her pants, advice guidos often take literally, deeply. Later, Vinny decides to get his ears pierced at the Shore Store. First it was the spray tan , now this. At least he’s going all out in pursuit of Tool-dom. Plus 7 . Pauly D’s hookup is thwarted when Erin’s brother shows up. This seems to happen a lot on Jersey Shore. Minus 5 , ’cause celebrities are easy to track down. Deena: “Let’s be real. You didn’t come here for pastries and like, coffee, you came here to do sex with Pauly and Vinny. You embarrassed yourself.” Plus 9 . Snooki is totally Vin’s backup hookup. Minus 6 for him making this so obvious, but let’s be real. It’s Snooki. How is she going to be somebody’s Option A? At Aztec, crazy stalker Danielle shows up once again. “You want me to punch you?” she asks Pauly D. “Do whatever you gotta do,” he responds. Plus 11 . Pauly D on a potential cougar hookup: “This woman is not a grenade. This woman is an atomic bomb about to blow.” Eh, they’ve done worse, so Minus 3 . Situation: “It just so happens Deena defies the laws of intelligence. I never thought someone would make Snooki look like a rocket scientist.” Plus 4 . When Ronnie’s mom drunk-dials you … this is the reaction. JWoww intercepts a duck phone call from Ronnie’s intoxicated mom. Plus 6 . That’s not awkward at all. It also indirectly explains a lot about you-know-who. Connie, Ron’s mom, also talks to Deena, hilariously, before Ron gets on the duck and tells her to knock if off because SHE’S embarrassing herself. Minus 5 . Sitch: “Wow. Ronnie’s mom’s gangsta.” Plus 4 . The Situation takes a nap in the dressing room during his shift at the Shore Store. Minus 3 , because they should at least pretend they care about working. Deena’s cleavage-baring all-denim outfit is an all-timer, even for this show. It’s like she’s an early ’90s prostitute that could only shop at thrift stores. Plus 4 . Apparently if a girl BREAKS UP WITH A GUY, she’s still not allowed to talk or text any other guys. Even if said guy cheated on her and is abusive. Minus 10 . These two really need to just neutral it out. JWoww: “Can you guys like, maybe neutral it? Because, like, you hit up a girl in Miami?” They may have to negative it at this point, but good point. Minus 5 . Pauly: “They already neutraled that … I say they start with a zero-zero, because he admitted his wrongs to that. This girl is still never admitting.” Plus 6 . Sammi now insists that she never told Arvin she wanted to hang out with him, even though this contradicts what she told Ronnie earlier. SHADY. Minus 7 . Pauly is suspicious that Sammi has never mentioned Arvin, even though she now says they are good friends. Moreover … what kinda name is Arvin? Plus 3 . The Situation actually gets Arvin on the phone and starts to interrogate him about Sammi. Man, this guy doesn’t know when to butt out … ever. Minus 4 . Ron confronts Sammi: “You’re the biggest liar I ever met in my life.” Eh, maybe so, but what she did was 10 times more innocent than his antics. Plus 8 . Minus 5 , though, Sam. Because who voluntarily dates this clown? TOTAL: -1. SEASON TOTAL: +232.
‘Anchorman’ star currently scheduled to appear in only four episodes. By Brian Warmoth Will Ferrell Photo: John Sciulli/ Getty Images Even if Will Ferrell doesn’t join “The Office” as a permanent cast member, his stint as a Dunder Mifflin branch manager already seems to have made an impact on the cast. Rainn Wilson confirmed the nature of Ferrell’s performance in the NBC series, which will soon see its figurehead, Steve Carell, depart, but Wilson also seemed a little star struck. “We’ve been doing a ton with Will Ferrell, and it is so cool,” Wilson told MTV News on Saturday night at the Independent Spirit Awards. “I just keep thinking, ‘I’m acting with Will Ferrell! This is so awesome!’ And he’s the nicest guy: just a sweetheart and so much fun.” Carell will leave a Michael Scott-sized hole when he exits the show at the end of the season, and Ferrell wanted to be a part of his “Anchorman” co-star’s final performances so much that he requested the part himself. His four-episode arc won’t install his character as the new man in charge, but it will showcase an epic fail on Scott’s part as Ferrell’s character asserts himself. “He is the new manager that Michael Scott has brought in to replace him, but we kind of swiftly realize that that’s a terrible idea. Terrible,” Wilson said. For now, exactly what Ferrell has been doing to warrant such reviews and possibly make Michael Scott look like a good management choice by comparison remains largely a mystery. More guest stars are expected to show up as Carell prepares to dedicate more of his life to making films, but it will be hard for anyone to stand toe-to-toe with Ferrell’s comedic talents. Ferrell’s effect on Wilson, meanwhile, should at least be potent enough to carry Wilson’s character (Dwight) well into the post-Scott era, however long that turns out to be. Whether a new actor emerges to take control of the company or one of the show’s other stars rises to the position, having the man who played Ron Burgundy in the same room as Carell for a while seems to be good for morale. Who do you think should play Michael Scott’s replacement? Tell us below!
