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Ashley Tisdale Promises ‘Special Cameo’ In ‘High School Musical’ Spin-Off

Posted on May 21, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

‘It’s a secret,’ Tisdale tells MTV News about which character returns for Disney Channel flick. By Jocelyn Vena Ashley Tisdale Photo: MTV News Ashley Tisdale isn’t going to be the only person reviving her “High School Musical” character for her spin-off flick, “Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventures.” Executive producer Tisdale hasn’t ruled out getting bestie Vanessa Hudgens on-board for the movie, which will air on the Disney Channel, but who else is she planning to cast? Well, she isn’t telling. “I know [Vanessa’s] super-busy because she’s about to promote her movies and stuff,” she told MTV News at the CW upfront where she was promoting her new show, “Hellcats,” adding, “But we definitely do have a special cameo. You just don’t know which character it is. I do. I just can’t tell you. It’s a secret!” While she’s keeping “High School Musical” fans wondering who will appear in the spin-off of the beloved franchise, she does say that right now she’s gearing up to get back into the Sharpay Evans headspace. “We just started doing everything with it. We just started the photo shoots,” she explained. “I’ve been in wardrobe. I leave in like four days for Toronto. It’s a character that’s kind of underneath my skin.” Fans may be used to seeing Sharpay as the outlandish, slightly flamboyant chick in the “High School Musical” movies, and she says that this film will show a new side of the character. “You just take her out whenever you need to. I do think of her as her own person, but it’s a lot of fun,” she said. “The script shows Sharpay in a totally different light. Everyone’s in college. She’s in New York City trying to fulfill her dreams on Broadway.” Who do you think will return for the movie? Tell us in the comments! Related Artists Ashley Tisdale

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‘Lost’ Fanatic Mark Hoppus Shares How He Got Hooked

Posted on May 21, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

The Blink-182 frontman watched five seasons in a row while on tour last year. By Mark Hoppus Mark Hoppus Photo: Frazer Harrison/ Getty Images With the series finale of “Lost” only a few days away, anticipation for the show’s end has reached a fever pitch. Fans all across the Internet and all over the world are speculating how the series might end and discussing what the six seasons have meant to them — including Blink-182 bassist Mark Hoppus. We asked him to explain what the show has meant to him and what he thinks may go down during the finale, which airs this Sunday, May 23. I was a non-believer for a few years. After casually watching the first season, I fell off the show. Each week, everyone would come into the studio, excitedly talking about the latest episode from the night before. I laughed and asked them if it had been the episode where they ALMOST get off the island. Or if Gilligan made a cameo. Everyone looked at me and shook their heads. Then this past summer, on the North American Blink-182 tour, at the insistence of most of the crew, I re-watched the series from the first episode through the end of season five. In a matter of days. I couldn’t stop. With the exception of soundcheck and showtime, I spent every waking minute watching show after show, into the small hours of the morning. The pivotal moment for me was when Locke walked. I had to know and understand his role and place on the island. He has been and continues to be the show’s most compelling character. And now there’s one final episode. Locke vs. Jack? Smoke Monster vs. Desmond Hume? Hurley vs. the Lottery Numbers? What the hell is going to happen? And more importantly, why was MY name not in the list of candidates?!?! How did you get hooked on the show? Share your own “Lost” memories in the comments below. We’re celebrating the long-awaited conclusion of “Lost” all this week at MTV News! We’ll be bringing you exclusive interviews, insightful commentary and, in true “Lost” fashion, maybe even a surprise or two. Head over to the MTV Movies Blog, where our “Lost” Awards continue all this week, and make sure to tune in on Sunday night for our series finale live blog! Related Videos Counting Down To The ‘Lost’ Finale! Related Photos Spin-Offs For The Characters Of ‘Lost’ Related Artists blink-182

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Lindsay Lohan Makes Most of Last Night (and Morning) in Cannes

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Lindsay Lohan partied away her legal woes in a Cannes until the early hours of Friday morning. The VIP Club was the place to be, hosting the Artists for Peace and Justice Benefit. Lohan…

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‘Twilight’ Star Ashley Greene Offered Lead Role In ‘Scream 4’

Posted on May 21, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Greene will join Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox and David Arquette in sequel. By Eric Ditzian Ashley Greene at the “New Moon” Photo: Lester Cohen/ WireImage After years spent as a supporting player in the “Twilight” universe, Ashley Greene might be poised for breakout star status in Hollywood. She recently wrapped a starring role in “The Apparition” opposite Sebastian Stan (“Gossip Girl”) and Tom Felton (“Harry Potter”), and now she’s looking to step into a lead part in “Scream 4.” Greene’s rep confirmed to MTV News that the 23-year-old actress has been offered the starring role, joining returning stars Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox and David Arquette. The news was first reported by The Hollywood Reporter. Greene would play Campbell’s cousin, who is being established as the franchise’s new heroine for both “Scream 4” and future installments of the horror series. Additionally, Lake Bell is said to be in negotiations for a starring role, while Hayden Panettiere (“Heroes”) and Rory Culkin (“Signs”) have been offered parts. Panettiere would play Greene’s best friend, and Culkin would play Greene’s love interest. With “Scream 4” coming more than a decade after its predecessor, Campbell originally bowed out of the production , declining to reprise her role as Sid, the unfortunate girl who’s always on the run from the Ghostface Killer. Campbell’s decision forced franchise creator Kevin Williamson to go back to the drawing board . But the actress eventually reconsidered, Wes Craven signed on to direct and the film will hit theaters in April 2011. “We have fun with the idea of endless sequels, or ‘sequelitis’ as Kevin calls it in the script,” Craven said recently of the upcoming movie. “Sid goes through these three horrendous things, and ‘Stab’ was based on those horrible things. And then they’ve been taken by a studio and run into the ground in a series of sequels. She has been off by herself and living her own life, and she’s even written a book that has gotten a lot of critical acclaim. She’s kind of put her life back together in the course of these 10 years. But, certainly, there would be no ‘Scream’ without Ghostface, so she has to confront him again, but now as a woman who has really come out the darkness of her past.” Check out everything we’ve got on For breaking news, celebrity columns, humor and more — updated around the clock — visit MTVMoviesBlog.com .

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Lindsay Lohan Arrest Warrant Dropped

Posted on May 20, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

A rep for the actress posts $100,000 bond. By Kara Warner Lindsay Lohan Photo: Stephen Shugerman/ Getty Images Lindsay Lohan will not be sent to jail, for now. Thanks to $100,000 posted by a representative for the troubled actress, the warrant for her arrest was withdrawn on Thursday evening (May 20). According to Los Angeles Sheriff spokesman Steve Whitemore, Lohan’s lawyer must appear in court Monday morning when a judge will set the date for her probation-revocation hearing. It is not clear if Lohan is required to attend Monday’s hearing at the Beverly Hills, California, courthouse, Whitemore said. CNN reports Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Marsha Revel revoked Lohan’s probation and issued a bench warrant for her arrest after she failed to appear at a hearing on Thursday. Lohan’s attorney Shawn Chapman Holley said her client missed the hearing because she is stuck in France due to her passport being stolen while she was attending the Cannes Film Festival. Holley said Lohan was issued a temporary passport by the U.S. Embassy in Paris on Thursday and will fly back to the United States as soon as possible. Judge Revel said Lohan cannot drink alcohol until a full hearing on her probation revocation, and she will be fitted with a bracelet to detect if she has been drinking. Random drug testing also will be performed on the actress, because of previous evidence she was under the influence of cocaine, Revel said. “I warned her before,” the judge said. “She knew it was very serious.” Lohan has been on probation since pleading guilty in August 2007 to two misdemeanor counts of being under the influence of cocaine, no contest to two counts of driving with a blood-alcohol level above 0.08 percent and one count of reckless driving. Her probation was extended for another year in October after Lohan struggled to comply with court-mandated terms of her sentence, and prosecutors have warned that she faces jail time if she violates probation again. Related Artists Lindsay Lohan

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Reflection Eternal Recaptured ‘Natural Chemistry’ On New Album

Posted on May 20, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Talib Kweli and Hi-Tek drop Revolutions Per Minute –10 years after debut LP. By Steven Roberts Talib Kweli Photo: Michael Buckner/ Getty Images Reflection Eternal released their second studio album Revolutions Per Minute earlier this week — 10 years after the release of their first album, Train of Thought. The hip-hop duo made up of Talib Kweli and producer Hi-Tek made a blast in 2000 with their critically acclaimed debut, but failed to follow it up with another LP until now. The pair recently released the video for their single “Midnight Hour,” featuring Estelle, and they seem to have naturally evolved in the decade since they became a group to watch. But Hi-Tek admitted it was difficult recapturing their chemistry at first. “Once we got it started, I think the initial thing was just actually getting that natural chemistry and not just doing it just because somebody wants us to do it,” he said. “And once we got that real friend vibe back in the studio and kicking it on a natural level, I think everything just came together smooth.” Tek said Kweli’s busy touring schedule made it hard to pin him down. He also said Kweli had to get used to working with just one producer again — a process that differs considerably from just grabbing a beat from a Kanye West or a Just Blaze. “I don’t have an issue with the waiting but I’ve done so many albums on my own that I’ve developed a certain way that I record,” Kweli explained. “And I did have to switch it up. I’m used to getting the tracks and sitting with them and being able to record them and send them back and this and that. It’s just a whole different process when you’re working with one producer.” Reflection Eternal aren’t too concerned, they said, with living up to the standards of their first project. In fact, Hi-Tek insisted that Revolutions is worthy of classic status, but ultimately, fans will have the last word. “Afroman got a classic — ‘Because I Got High,’ everybody knows that song — but it’s because of the machine and how it got behind it,” Kweli said. “I feel like every song that we put on the new album is classic. We try to only put classic material, but you never know what the people are going to respond to or what the machine is going to push to make them respond,” he added. “I never knew,” Hi-Tek said of the Afroman track. “I always felt like, ‘Wow, they’re doing a video to that track.’ I just went and bought this record for a quarter, made a beat out of it and now it’s on TV.” What did you think of Estelle’s guest spot in the new Reflection Eternal video? Let us know in the comments! Related Artists Talib Kweli

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Bret Michaels Back In The Hospital

Posted on May 20, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

A test finds a hole in the singer’s heart. By Kara Warner Bret Michaels Photo: Harpo Fresh from a healthier-looking appearance on “The Oprah Winfrey Show” following his hospitalization for treatment of a brain hemorrhage last month, rocker Bret Michaels is back in the hospital after complaining of numbness on the left side of his body in his face and hands. According to Michaels’ website , doctors described the symptoms as a Transient Ischemic Attack or warning stroke. While performing MRI and CT scans, doctors conducted ultrasound tests looking for blood clots — specifically an Ultrasound Bubble Test of his heart — which proved positive for a Patent Forum Ovale, or a hole in his heart. Michaels’ neurosurgeon is quoted on the site: “There is no doubt that the positive Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) is devastating news to Bret and his family. The good news is that it is operable and treatable and we think we may have diagnosed the problem that caused the Transient Ischemic Attach (TIA) or warning stroke; however we feel it is highly unlikely this is connected to the brain hemorrhage he suffered just a few weeks earlier. Once again it is great that he quickly reacted to the severe numbness and got to the hospital immediately. “I realize Bret wants to make a full recovery so that he can be active with his family, attempt to attend the finale of ‘Celebrity Apprentice’ and especially get back on the road to continue making music,” Dr. Zabramski continued. “Without a doubt he is very determined to get healthy and make a 100% recovery. Medically speaking it is a fantastic attitude both mentally and physically for him to have. However, Bret’s brain and body are not quite 100% yet, especially with the hole found in his heart. Further tests will be conducted throughout the week and I will have more information next week as to how this Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) will be treated. For now, Bret will be treated with outpatient care, which includes a daily injection of Lovenox (a blood thinner to reduce the chance of blood clots) and blood tests.” Michaels’ rep, Janna Elias, added the following statement on Bret’s behalf: “Bret wants everyone to know he cannot thank you enough for all of the well-wishes, prayers and good vibes you have sent his way. Even though these last few months have been tough on him and his family, especially this most recent setback, he is in good spirits, great medical hands and is positive and hopeful that everything is going to be OK. He is up, walking, talking, continuing his daily rehab and very happy to be alive, but he has made it clear he is sick and tired of being in the hospital and is ready to rock again.” It was unclear what day Michaels entered the hospital or whether this latest setback will affect his scheduled “Celebrity Apprentice” appearance on Sunday. Share your well-wishes for Bret and his family in the comments. Related Photos Bret Michaels’ Career In Photos Related Artists Bret Michaels

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Simon Cowell Tells Oprah His ‘Time’s Up’ On ‘American Idol’

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Judge also says he ‘hated’ his reaction to Susan Boyle’s appearance on ‘Britain’s Got Talent.’ By Kara Warner Simon Cowell on “The Oprah Winfrey Show” Photo: Harpo The end of “American Idol” season nine next week will also bring the departure of controversial-yet-adored judge Simon Cowell . The Brit appeared on Thursday’s (May 20) “Oprah Winfrey Show” to discuss his reasons for leaving, whether he’ll miss the show and why he’s starting a new, seemingly similar show. Oprah started the interview by asking Cowell point-blank why he’s leaving “Idol.” “Time’s up,” he answered. “It feels like the right thing to do.” The often sharp-tongued Brit said part of the reason behind his departure is due to boredom. “After a while, you start to go on automatic pilot. Too many times I was sitting there [at the judges’ table] bored. The audience deserves more than that … and I can’t hide when I’m bored.” To combat that boredom, Cowell said he’s launching a U.S. version of his “X Factor” talent show that, although similar to “Idol,” will have several differences. “It’s different because there’s no upper age limit. … Singing groups can enter the show,” he explained. “I have no idea whether it’s going to work or not, but I’ll put its success and failure on whether we can find a star.” Oprah then asked if Cowell is bored on “Idol” now why he would move on to yet another talent show. “I actually like doing it, funny enough,” he said. “I remember Fantasia singing ‘Summertime,’ and for three minutes, I lost myself. I like the buzz it creates. You want to be part of something people are talking about. I love that feeling.” While recalling some of his favorite contestants (Carrie Underwood and Fantasia) Cowell readily admitted that his “big ego” often gets in his way — particularly with the case of Susan Boyle’s now-famous audition on “Britain’s Got Talent” “On the day [of her audition], I was in such a bad mood, I didn’t want to be there, I never thought we’d find anyone good,” he remembered. “When I watched the clip back, I actually hated myself. We’re all sneering, we’re not listening. I didn’t like what I saw. It was a wake-up call, and I was happy she made us look stupid, because we deserved it.” Yet all in all, and given his track record (and reported $1 billion net worth from his various productions), Cowell said he’s confident he can still find undiscovered talent: “I do trust my judgment as somebody who can spot a potential star.” Regarding his impending “Idol” departure, Cowell said he expects his last night on the ratings juggernaut to be poignant. “The final night will be quite emotional,” he told Oprah. “I’ve had a great time. I love working over here [in the U.S.] and never thought I would.” What did you think of Cowell’s interview? Let us know in the comments! Get your “Idol” fix on MTV News’ “American Idol” page , where you’ll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Artists Oprah Winfrey

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The-Dream Says Ciara Has ‘A Point To Prove’ On Basic Instinct

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‘She’s just trying to do as much as she can to regain her status,’ songwriter tells MTV News. By Jayson Rodriguez, with reporting by Matt Elias The-Dream Photo: MTV News Ciara originally said she wanted to keep the guest list to a minimum for her next album, Basic Instinct. But The-Dream can be pretty convincing. The hitmaking songwriter suggested CiCi reteam with Ludacris , and the result was the steamy “Ride,” the first single from Basic Instinct. “I brought Luda in, because I felt like her and Luda have had so much success together, they just sound right together,” The-Dream told MTV News from the set of his “Make Up Bag” video. “Especially on that record, ‘Ride,’ that’s the first record me and Trick did [for her new album]. It sounded like Luda, and it sounded like Ciara. So [we] blessed the summertime with both of them. “She has a point she’s trying to prove,” he added. “But I don’t think she meant it literally like that. She’s just trying to do as much as she can to regain her status. And I think she’s did a good job of doing it.” Ciara and Ludacris first worked together on her debut album on the song “Oh.” The Atlanta rapper recently tapped her to appear on the remix for his “How Low,” alongside Pitbull. Luda said he and singer work well together, calling their efforts “history.” “Man, we always pick the right songs to do together,” Luda told MTV News over the weekend in Los Angeles, where he performed at KIIS-FM’s annual Wango Tango festival . “She always gives me the right songs; I always give her the right songs. We were actually just talking about that today. So I’m just glad that we have that many collaborations under our belts. … We’ll continue to make history.” Are you excited to hear Ciara’s new album? Let us know in the comments! Related Artists The-Dream Ciara

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Wale Was Rooting For Hometown Wizards In NBA Draft Lottery

Posted on May 20, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

‘Nah, we can’t get the #1 pick,’ the DMV MC recalls thinking of Wizards’ chances at star point guard John Wall. By Shaheem Reid Wale Photo: Getty Images Most of Wale’s hometown teams are giving fans great hope for the future. The Washington Nationals have a tremendous blue chip prospect pitcher in Stephen Strasburg. The Redskins acquired a first-ballot Hall of Fame quarterback in Donovan McNabb via trade and, this week, the Washington Wizards hit the lotto! One of the worst teams in the NBA, the Wizards struck the jackpot by winning the NBA lottery, which entitled them to the very first pick in this year’s NBA draft. It’s projected that the team will go with University of Kentucky Point Guard John Wall. “I’mma have to call old Johnny Boy today,” Wale said by phone from Atlanta, where he’s been in the studio with Gucci Mane, Waka Flocka Flame and Yung LA. “I never met him. I’mma just talk to him. Hopefully we’ll get him. You never know, but either way, he’s gonna have a tremendous career.” Prior to the actual Draft lottery, 14 teams were ranked in order of their regular-season records. The league-worst New Jersey Nets held the top position and, therefore, the best opportunity to get the #1 pick, with a little more than a 25 percent chance. Meanwhile, the Wizards were in the middle of the pack of 14, with a 10 percent shot. The Wizards, of course, came out on top, moving up to get Wall. Wale said he was conducting business on Tuesday, but found it difficult to concentrate with the NBA draft lottery under way. “I was actually on a conference call with [an] important company,” Wale said. “It was a countdown. Then it was like, ‘Nah, we can’t get the #1 pick.’ When it got to five left, I was like, ‘No way.’ When it was three [teams left], I completely dropped out of the conference call. I was not paying attention at all.” Wale says Wall could bring the Wizards much needed energy. “Young blood, new blood,” the DMV MC said. “I think he’ll complement Andray Blatche and Gil [Arenas] as well. I think Blatche can definitely be one of the best forwards in the league — at least the top of the East Coast. I think [Wall] will give them a opportunity to do a little more. I think [Blatche] showed he’s capable of being one of the top big men in the league when everybody got traded [last season].” Still, Wale concedes the Wizards will need a little more than Wall to get back into championship contention. “We obviously need the fan support,” he said. “We need to change the morale of the team; they have to believe they can do it. I’m a big LeBron James fan, but I’m also very supportive of all the teams coming out of D.C. I’m extra supportive. I always sit on the [arena/stadium] floor and cheer on the teams whenever I’m home: Redskins, Nationals, Capitals and United. You go to the Redskins games, and people support them good or bad. The flow at the Wizards games was not looking good towards the end of the season. I wanna turn that around.” What do you think of Wale’s loyalty to his hometown teams? Tell us in the comments! Related Artists Wale

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