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‘America’s Best Dance Crew’ Vets Jabbawockeez Headline Vegas Show

Posted on March 23, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

The crew start their own run at MGM Grand Hotel and Casino on May 7. By Jayson Rodriguez Jabbawockeez Photo: Jacob Andrzejczak/ Getty Images The Jabbawockeez, the inaugural winners of “America’s Best Dance Crew,” announced on Tuesday (March 23) that the masked dance crew will headline a 20-day run at Las Vegas’ MGM Grand Hotel and Casino. The “ABDC” veterans kick things off May 7. The Vegas show is the Southern California-based act’s follow-up after joining New Kids on the Block and Jesse McCartney on tour. The Jabbawockeez rose to fame during the first season of Randy Jackson’s reality dance competition on MTV. With their swift moves, mysterious masks and crowd-pleasing routines, the Jabbawockeez burst onto the pop-culture scene. They memorably danced alongside NBA superstar Shaquille O’Neal at the 2009 All-Star game in Phoenix . The veteran basketball player proved he still had plenty in the tank as he popped and locked, keeping up with the ‘Wockeez. MTV’s own “Dances From Tha Hood” host Tweetie was thrilled by Shaq’s moves and called the Jabbawockeez’ turn on the big stage “fresh.” “It’s funny to see somebody that big and actually be nice at dancing,” Tweetie said. “I’m not mad at him. There’s not really much you can go into. It was a dope idea. You don’t expect something like that from Shaq — only he could pull it off. “It’s fresh,” Tweetie added about her fellow dancers’ appearance. “It brings something else. It brings something fresh and new to the All-Star Game. The Jabbawockeez are very relevant right now. They represent well. Some crews get big and they change. If they do change, it’s for the better. They always tell a story. They can be so expressive without you having to see their faces. They have a dope energy about them. I loved that Shaq had his own mask.” What do think about the Jackawockeez headlining their own show? How do you think they’d stack up against this season’s “ABDC” competiton? Let us know in the comments below, or upload a video to

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Conan O’Brien And Fox Resume Talk-Show Talks

Posted on March 22, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Conan reportedly had to turn down ‘Idol Gives Back’ invite due to NBC settlement. By Jocelyn Vena Conan O’Brien Photo: Michael Kovac/ Getty Images Conan O’Brien and Fox have reportedly resumed talks to bring the former “Tonight Show” host to the network for a new late-night show. According to The Hollywood Reporter, there had been a two-week stall in negotiations, but talks seem to be back on. The paper also reports that O’Brien was approached by 19 Entertainment to appear on Fox’s “Idol Gives Back” special on April 21. Sources close to the situation said that the offer to appear on the special has gone out to several celebrities and is not related to his potential talk show. But according to the report, NBC has said the “Idol” special would not be allowed under O’Brien’s settlement with the network, which placed a moratorium on him appearing on TV until May 1. In the meantime, O’Brien is taking his act on the road this spring, on his 30-date “Legally Prohibited From Being Funny on Television” tour, which kicks off on April 12 in Eugene, Oregon. While Jay Leno has settled back in as the host of NBC’s “Tonight Show,” O’Brien is said to be weighing a Fox talk-show option against possibilities on cable or in syndication. But if Fox and O’Brien should reach an agreement, his tour schedule would allow him to appear at the Fox upfront in New York City on May 17 to present the show to potential advertisers. Related Photos If Conan O’Brien Worked At MTV

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Lady Gaga Defends ‘Groundbreaking’ New Music Video

Posted on March 19, 2010 by Benny Hollywood

Musician Lady Gaga performs during the MOCA NEW 30th anniversary gala held at MOCA on November 14, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. (Getty Images) more pics Continue reading →

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Fess Parker, Star Of ‘Davy Crockett’ And ‘Daniel Boone,’ Dies at 85

Posted on March 18, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Actor also appeared in Disney films like ‘Old Yeller.’ By Eric Ditzian Fess Parker as Davy Crockett, circa 1955 Photo: Michael Ochs Archive/Getty Images Fess Parker, whose iconic portrayal of frontiersman Davy Crockett, made him a TV and film star starting in the mid-1950s, died Thursday (March 18) at the age of 85, according to multiple news reports . A family spokesman told The Associated Press that Parker died at his home of natural causes. Parker was said to be coherent and communicating with his family just minutes before his passing. Parker launched “Davy Crockett” in December 1954, quickly inspiring an American fad for the coonskin cap his character wore in the show. The three episodes were repurposed the following year as a feature film called “Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier.” He followed up that success with a string of Disney films like “Old Yeller” and “Westward Ho the Wagons!” In the 1960s, Parker again found fame on TV as the star of “Daniel Boone,” another show about a frontiersman wearing a coonskin cap. The series ran for six seasons, from 1964 until 1970. Following the conclusion of “Boone,” Parker would rarely be seen on the small screen and instead became a real-estate developer and winemaker. “I left the business after 22 years,” he told the AP in 2001. “It was time to leave Hollywood. I came along at a time when I’m starting out with Gary Cooper, John Wayne, Sterling Hayden and Gregory Peck. Who needed a guy running around in a coonskin cap?” Parker died at his Santa Ynez Valley, California, home on the 84th birthday of his wife, Marcella, to whom he’d been married for 50 years. “She’s a wreck,” the family’s spokesman said. Arrangements for a funeral will be announced later.

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Polaroid Product Placement in Lady Gaga Video Raises Eyebrows

Posted on March 17, 2010 by Benny Hollywood

Getty Images Those who've seen Lady Gaga 's new music video “Telephone” probably noticed the unusual number of name brands featured in the video — Heartbeats headphones, Virgin Mobile, and most notably, Polaroid. Gaga must have signed a significant deal with Polaroid (Bauer Griffin) It's no secret that Lady Gaga signed a deal with Polaroid last year that made her the company's “creative director and inventor of specialty products,” but PopEater reports that she may also have an equity stake in the business. Bosses at Polaroid won't give specifics, but it's clear that they want Gaga to revitalize their brand, and they're counting on the line she creates to generate around 30 percent of future profits. For now, at least, they're method is working: “Telephone” has already been viewed 20 million times on YouTube. And as for the other brands in the video, Heartbeats and Virgin Mobile? Gaga has marketing deals with both of them, too — Virgin even sponsored her recent Monster Ball tour. Check out the “Telephone” video below, which also features Beyonce : More pictures of Lady Gaga (click any photo): Also on Zimbio: The Sexiest Singers From punk rock princesses to country cuties, there are some seriously hot songstresses out there. Continue reading →

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‘American Idol’ Judge Kara DioGuardi Says Her First Season ‘Sucked’

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

‘It was freshman year. … I’d never been on television,’ DioGuardi told Jay Leno on ‘The Tonight Show.’ By Eric Ditzian Kara DioGuardi Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/ Getty Images On Monday night, the night before “American Idol” debuts its top 12 contestants , Kara DioGuardi stopped by Jay Leno’s “Tonight Show” couch to talk all things season nine. The “Idol” judge dished on her tableside flirtation with Simon Cowell, defended the performance of Ellen DeGeneres and admitted that her nerves got in the way of her commentary last season. ‘American Idol’ Season 8 Memorable Moments “It was freshman year,” DioGuardi explained about her first year behind the judges’ table. “It sucked. I’d never been on television. The 30-second sound bite — I’m Italian, that’s impossible! To shut up is difficult!” This year, she’s finally started to have fun on “Idol.” From a viewer’s perspective, there’s no doubting DioGuardi has become more comfortable on camera and has been able to deliver more insightful criticism . “I think this year, it’s more about the contestants because I’m not feeling as nervous, so I can zero in on them and what they’re feeling and what they’re going through,” she said. “It’s just a different experience and it feels way better.” Leno also made a point of questioning the ongoing coziness between Kara and Simon. The two judges seemed to be snuggling up to each other over the last few weeks — something that even Ryan Seacrest addressed at one point. DioGuardi is a newlywed, while Cowell recently got engaged . So what’s going on between the duo? “I’m trying to figure it out,” DioGuardi said with a laugh. “I don’t know if it’s because he’s got a girlfriend and he’s got separation anxiety and he needs to lean into me.” Before the segment wrapped up, DioGuardi came to the defense of DeGeneres, who has come under criticism for delivering kind words rather than accurate, constructive critiques from behind the judges’ table. Kara maintained that Ellen is “doing a great job.” “It’s scary,” she added. “She’s getting used to that. Sometimes it’s bad news and it ain’t fun to deliver.” Get your “Idol” fix on MTV News’ “American Idol” page , where you’ll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Photos “American Idol” Season 8: Memorable Moments “American Idol” Season 8: Live Performances ‘American Idol’ Season Nine Performances

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Justin Bieber Releases ‘U Smile,’ Announces Summer Tour Dates

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

‘ ‘U Smile’ is one of the best songs I have ever recorded,’ 16-year-old tweets of new song. By Jocelyn Vena Justin Bieber Photo: Getty Images On Tuesday (March 16), Justin Bieber released the Motown-style ballad “U Smile,” the second single from his new album My World 2.0, which drops on March 23. And, as is his habit, the 16-year-old immediately went to Twitter to announce the release and urge his fans to make the song reach the top of the iTunes chart. ” ‘U Smile’ is already #12 on iTunes and climbing!! Thanks,” he

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Corey Haim Might Have Been Involved An Illegal Prescription-Drug Ring

Posted on March 12, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Late actor’s name was found on a fraudulent prescription obtained through a drug ring, authorities tell the AP. By MTV News staff Corey Haim in 2009 Photo: Joey Foley/ Getty Images Corey Haim may have been involved in a major drug ring that provided him with an illegal prescription for a painkiller, authorities told The Associated Press on Friday (March 12) During an investigation of the ring, the California attorney general’s office found records of the fraudulent prescription in the late actor’s name. Law-enforcement officials were investigating the drug ring and whether Haim himself actually filed the prescription or if someone used his name to obtain it. Haim was found dead Wednesday, but coroner’s officials have not yet determined his cause of death. According to the actor’s manager, preliminary reports reveal that he died of an enlarged heart with water-filled lungs. The Los Angeles County coroner told Haim’s mother that the culprit was pulmonary congestion, manager Mark Heaslip said. The initial buzz of what might have actually killed Haim came from the 1980s teen icon’s decades-long struggle with drug addiction. Longtime friend and frequent co-star Corey Feldman asked Wednesday that people not “jump the gun” to conclude a drug overdose killed Haim. Heaslip, manager to both Feldman and Haim, said he seemed to be winning his battle against drug abuse in the weeks before his death. Haim was “weaned down to literally zero medications” in the past two weeks by an addiction specialist, Heaslip said Wednesday on CNN’s “Issues With Jane Velez-Mitchell.” The doctor “put him on a new line of medications,” Feldman said on “Larry King Live” on Wednesday. Related Videos ‘American Idol’ In 60 Seconds Remembering Corey Haim MTV Rough Cut: Corey Haim Related Photos Corey Haim: A Life In Photos

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Jay-Z Talks Lil Wayne’s Surprise Appearance At Madison Square Garden

Posted on March 12, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

‘It was fantastic,’ Hov says. By Shaheem Reid Jay-Z Photo: Bryan Bedder/ Getty Images BROOKLYN, New York — On Thursday, Jay-Z told MTV News he has grand plans to have major musical performances once the new Barclays Center — future home to the Nets , the NBA team Jay co-owns — opens in a couple of years. But the Jiggaman obviously still has love for Madison Square Garden. He’s had numerous historic moments at MSG over the years, and last week was no different. His BP3 tour stopped at the venue , and along with Jay parading out his classic records, his tour guests Young Jeezy and Trey Songz brought out surprises: Lil Wayne , Drake, Nicki Minaj and Trey Songz all came out. “It was fantastic,” Jay said yesterday about his latest Garden adventure, the fond memory invoking a grin. “Again, any time you play the Garden is a special moment. It’s special. Wayne, how that worked out, he was supposed to go away for a year. Somehow he was able to perform that last show. He came out to an incredible reaction. Then Drake, Nicki Minaj — all on Jeezy’s set, which was fantastic. Then Trey Songz and Fabulous. It’s one of those magical nights at the Garden. Once again, one of those magical nights.” Thursday in Brooklyn was dream come true for Jay. He told the crowd how as a young boy in the nearby Marcy projects, he dreamed of playing basketball — and now as a owner of the Nets, he’s bringing the team his backyard. The groundbreaking ceremony for the team’s new arena was attended by Jay-Z, Beyonc

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Betty White Confirmed To Host ‘Saturday Night Live’

Posted on March 11, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Legendary actress/comedian will host on Mother’s Day, May 8, with former ‘SNL’ cast members Tina Fey, Amy Poehler and others. By Jocelyn Vena Betty White Photo: Jamie McCarthy/ Getty Images After fans took to Facebook to launch a campaign to get veteran funny girl Betty White on “Saturday Night Live,” it was announced earlier this week that she would in fact be making an appearance on the show in some capacity. Now comes word that the star will be hosting the show in May. White will be onboard for the May 8 episode, which also happens to be Mother’s Day. The show will feature appearances by a number of female “SNL” vets including Tina Fey, who will also host the show on April 10 with musical guest Justin Bieber; Amy Poehler; Molly Shannon; Maya Rudolph; Ana Gasteyer and Rachel Dratch. In an interview with USA Today , “SNL” executive producer Lorne Michaels admits he “always wanted” White to host the late-night comedy program. “Years ago, I turned it down three times,” White says. “It’s so New York, and I’m not New York at all. But my agent said he’d divorce me if I didn’t do it, and I love my agent.” And while White has starred in and won awards for many of her memorable roles on shows like “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” and “The Golden Girls” and last summer’s movie “The Proposal,” and has even more recently caught the eye of Robert Pattinson , it was her very funny Super Bowl commercial that was the catalyst for her getting the coveted gig on “SNL.” “It took on a groundswell,” Michaels says of the Facebook campaign, which began in response to White’s appearance in the Super Bowl spot. “It isn’t something we would have said no to,” but the campaign “validated that, ‘Oh, that’d be fun.’ … It was the outpouring of affection from fans, and we feel the same way.” White herself is excited about all the attention. “It’s lovely, and at my age it’s certainly unexpected,” she said. “I’ve got so much energy, it’s ridiculous. I love working. My schedule is a feverish one, and I’m used to that.”

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