Thursday 30 June 2011
David Henrie celebrates his birthday early in Vegas.
The View Ladies on Oprah
Rihanna Seeks Reduced Restraining Order on Chris Brown
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Clarence Clemons, In Memoriam: The Big Man, In More Ways Than One
The iconic sax man for Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band (and Lady Gaga) towered over contemporary music for nearly five decades.
By James Montgomery
Clarence Clemons
Photo: Getty Images
Clarence Clemons was affectionately known as "The Big Man," probably because, well, he was a big man. Standing six-feet, four-inches tall -- and nearly just as wide -- he towered over Bruce Springsteen, the E Street Band, and whomever else he shared the stage with during his five-decade career, casting a shadow as formidable as it was striking (it's no wonder Bruce decided to lean on him, like some sort of lamppost, on the cover of 1975's Born To Run).
But his physical size only told part of the story. Because Clemons was also a massive talent, a saxophonist as adept at filing an arena with his booming solos as he was providing a rock-solid backbone to Springsteen's churning, yearning rock. He was the Big Man because everything ran through him, because he was capable of both taking the lead (like on "Jungleland") and laying back in the cut (like on "10th Avenue Freeze Out," where his presence definitely shapes the song, but at no point overshadows its other components), and because of the tones he charmed from his sax ... crisp and clear-eyed, grandiose yet gritty, big yet decidedly blue-collar (just like he was), no one played like Clarence did. And when he died on Saturday at the age of 69 after complications from a stroke he suffered last week, not only did we lose a mountain of a man, but an icon as well.
See photos of Clemons throughout his career.
Simply put, Clemons was the most prominent sax player in popular music. And as proof, I'll ask you to name any of his contemporaries. Chances are, you can't; not because they don't exist, but because they couldn't begin to approach his stature. He was the go-to guy when the stars needed a session hand (recording with the likes of Aretha Franklin and Twisted Sister, and performing live with everyone from the Grateful Dead to Ringo Starr,) and, more recently, Lady Gaga tapped him to perform on her Born This Way album -- he appears in her new "The Edge Of Glory" video, a move that no doubt introduced his sublime playing to a whole new generation of fans. Shoot, he even appeared on "The Simpsons," "The Wire" and "Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure," where he played, fittingly enough, one of the Three Most Important People in the World.
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In passing, he leaves behind a catalog that's nearly as massive as his frame: not only his notable guest appearances, but several solo albums (and records he cut with backing bands like the Temple of Soul and the Red Bank Rockers) and, of course, the myriad of albums he cut with Springsteen and the E Street Band. And it's on those recordings -- starting with 1973's Greetings From Asbury Park, N.J. and continuing right on through 2009's Working on a Dream and last year's reissue The Promise -- where Clemons not only shone the brightest, but also showcased the reason why he earned his "Big Man" nickname. Sure, he burns on songs like "Badlands" and "Born To Run," but listen to his work on songs like "Prove It All Night" and "Dancing in the Dark" (to name six dozen) ... the times where he proves to be the Bigger Man, letting his fellow bandmates get their share, too.
Rarely has there been a player so soulful and selfless ... one so secure in his own status that he was willing to let others shine. It's why Clarence Clemons will forever be known as "The Big Man," and why, even in death, he still casts a formidable shadow over popular music and popular culture. He was the sax man's sax man. To paraphrase Springsteen on "Freeze Out," not only was the change was made uptown when the Big Man joined the band, but the mould was broken, too.
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Brooke Mueller Lands 55K A Month & Other News
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Wednesday 29 June 2011
VIDEO: Lindsay Lohan FREE: I'm 'Excited' to Start Over
Filed under: Lindsay Lohan
Moments before stepping foot into the outside world for the first time in 35 days, Lindsay Lohan tells us, "I'm excited to start community service and focus on my work."
Hugh Jackman ?Drops By? Oprah!
Harry Potter World Cup: Cedric Versus Narcissa
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Lady Gaga's 'Edge Of Glory' Video: Glory Days
E Street Band saxophonist Clarence Clemons appears in the video pre-stroke.
By James Montgomery
Lady Gaga
Photo: Getty Images
Remember, for a while there, when everyone was complaining that Lady Gaga's videos had, perhaps, gotten too big, too arty, too obtuse? That maybe the hype surrounding each clip's premiere overshadowed the clip itself? Well, for the foreseeable future, those criticisms can be put to rest.
Because on Thursday (June 16), Gaga premiered her brand-new video for "The Edge of Glory," a piece that's a little bit Madonna's "Papa Don't Preach," a little bit Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean" and a whole lot of " '80s videos where someone dances on a fire escape while smoke pours from a well-lit window."
There is no hyperkinetic, women-in-prison kink, no odes to Weimar Germany and no birthing of a machine gun. Shoot, there's not even a single Christian allegory to be seen (OK, maybe one, when Gaga strikes a Christ-like pose on the concrete).
Instead, "Edge" is little more than five-and-a-half minutes of classic pop, brimming with imagery, style (and moves) that could've been lifted from millions of videos in the pop heyday of the 1980s. It is Gaga's free-spirited youth in New York's East Village, only reimagined on a Hollywood level (in another nod to the videos of yesteryear, it makes no attempt to hide the fact that it was clearly shot on a "New York"-styled backlot): She sashays and struts on a fire escape, descends to the perfectly foggy, still-wet streets of the city, and poses on the front steps of her apartment building, while none other than Clarence Clemons hits a note-perfect saxophone solo. It is a fantasy in every conceivable way, and if it reminds you of something you've seen before, well, that's because you probably did — not just in '80s vids, but in films like "Fame" and Broadway hits like "Rent," too — and chances are you loved it.
And while all the feel-good nostalgia is dampened a bit by the very of the moment drama surrounding the video (Clemons is currently recovering from a stroke he suffered over the weekend), "Edge of Glory" still manages to shine, mostly because of its simplicity. You wanted a straightforward, dance-till-you-drop, unabashedly-indebted video from Lady Gaga? Well, now you've got one. It's not a stretch to call it a classic, mostly because, well, it is — at least in its inspirations. And its aspirations too.
What did you think of the video? Let us know in the comments!
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Justin Bieber, Mark Wahlberg Open Up About Basketball Flick
'It's going to be crazy,' Bieber promises at MTV Movie Awards.
By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Josh Horowitz
Justin Bieber
Photo: MTV News
It seems that things are well under way for the basketball movie starring Mark Wahlberg and Justin Bieber. How do we know? Well, the guys themselves updated us this weekend at two of the biggest events of the summer.
Wahlberg told MTV News on Saturday night at Spike's Guys Choice Awards that while he thought he'd be playing Bieber's part initially, he eventually came around to playing the "old guy" role.
"Wait till you see me and Bieber in the flick. Think of like 'The Color of Money,' " he teased. "So I get this call from Paramount [where they tell me about the story about] an old guy and a young guy. I'm like, 'Cool, let's get Jack [Nicholson]. Let's get Robert De Niro. Let's get Robert Duvall.' And they go, 'What about Garrett Hedlund?'
"I'm like, 'For what?' " he further recalled. "They're like, 'For the young guy.' "
(Check out photos of Justin Bieber and tons of other stars backstage at the 2011 MTV Movie Awards!)
The next day, at the MTV Movie Awards, Justin Bieber seemed equally excited about the project, if not a bit tight-lipped. "I know ," he promised. "You'll have to see. I can't really reveal too much about it."
According to previous reports, Wahlberg has been keeping tabs on the young star. "He loves the idea," Wahlberg said last month. "He's been sending me video, he sent me a video of himself, and, yeah, I think he's really talented." The idea was sparked after Wahlberg and partner Stephen Levinson caught Bieber playing basketball in February during a celebrity game held during NBA All-Star Game weekend.
MTV News has all of the highlights from the 2011 MTV Movie Awards. Relive the best moments, watch red-carpet interviews with your favorite stars and read all about what went on behind the scenes on the big night.
Source: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1665220/justin-bieber-mark-wahlberg-movie.jhtml
Celeb Splits of 2009: Lindsay & Sam, Rihanna & Chris Brown, Tiger & Elin
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Tuesday 28 June 2011
Report: Kristen Stewart Spends All Night Partying With Garrett Hedlund Again
The rumored girlfriend of Robert Pattinson reportedly 'looked happy to be spending time together' with her 'On the Road' co-star at the after-party for 'A Better Life' premiere.Source: http://www.celebrity-mania.com/news/view/00020850.html
Pics: Newly Single Whitney Port Enjoys Retail Therapy in Beverly Hills
The former star of 'The City', who recently split from boyfriend Ben Nemtin, is seen all smiles when going on a shopping trip in Beverly Hills together with her little sister.Source: http://www.celebrity-mania.com/news/view/00020853.html
Leonardo DiCaprio Might Be Beyonce Knowles' Leading Man in 'A Star Is Born'
While the 'Crazy In Love' hitmaker has already been announced as the leading lady in the remake musical, director Clint Eastwood is reportedly still approaching Leo to be paired with her.Source: http://www.celebrity-mania.com/news/view/00020860.html
Rihanna?s Controversial New ?Man Down? Video
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Kathy Griffin: ?I?m Pregnant With Levi Johnston?s Baby?
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Blake Lively Might Scare Leonardo DiCaprio With Her Wish to Marry Him
The 'Gossip Girl' star reportedly is serious about walking down the aisle although the 'Inception' actor is said to have no intention to settle down anytime soon.Source: http://www.celebrity-mania.com/news/view/00020838.html
Monday 27 June 2011
Julia Roberts & Tom Hanks Premiere ?Larry Crowne? in LA
They?re both massive movie stars in their own right, and earlier tonight (June 27) Julia Roberts and Tom Hanks were in the house to premiere their new flick ?Larry Crowne.?
The ?Pretty Woman? babe and the ?Terminal? hunk showed up at Grauman?s Chinese Theatre to greet fans and press and to promote the soon-to-be-released movie
With Hanks helmeted up while arriving at Grauman's on a sporty little scooter, the 54-year-old actor then joined alongside co-star/wife Rita Wilson and Miss Roberts, with other stars on-hand including Jenna Elfman and fellow castmate Taraji P.Henson.
Due to hit theaters nationwide this Friday, July 1st, ?Larry Crowne? certainly promises to be one of the summer?s premiere film events.
Besides Hanks, Roberts, Wilson and Henson, the cast includes Bryan Cranston, Cedric the Entertainer, Wilmer Valderrama and Pam Grier.
Chris Brown?s Interview about Rihanna on ABC?s 20/20
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Khloe Kardashian Treats Husband Like Her Own Son
Although he and the younger sister of Kim Kardashian haven't had a baby of their own, Lamar Odom believes his wife would be a wonderful mother because she has great maternal instinct.Source: http://www.celebrity-mania.com/news/view/00020827.html
Jennifer Hudson Opens Up About Weight Loss & Her Family?s Murder on Oprah
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Rihanna on the Grammys: ?They Might Be Mad at Me?
Justin Bieber's 2011 BET Awards Arrival
Joining in on the star-studded spectacle, Justin Bieber was a fan favorite at the 2011 BET Awards in Los Angeles, CA on Sunday (June 26).
The "Next 2 You" singing sensation elated the crowd as he worked the arrivals area at the Shrine Auditorium while readying for his presenter duties at the annual showcase.
Joining Justin as celebrity presenters are big names such as Nicki MInaj, Willow Smith, Taraji P.Henson and Ne-Yo.
As for the ceremony, the 2011 BET Awards are being hosted by actor/comedian Kevin Hart while featuring performances by Beyonce, Drake, Lil Wayne and Mary J Blige, among many others.
With Chris Brown being the top nominee with six bids for hardware, the show also includes special tributes to Steve Harvey as the Humanitarian Award Honoree and Patti LaBelle as the Life Achievement Award winner.
The 2011 BET Awards air live beginning at 8PM/7C.
Source: http://celebrity-gossip.net/bet-awards-2011/justin-biebers-2011-bet-awards-arrival-518244
Sunday 26 June 2011
Lady Gaga's 'Edge Of Glory': A Pop-Culture Cheat Sheet
In her newest video, Gaga pays homage to classic clips of the 1980s.
By James Montgomery
Lady Gaga
Photo: Getty Images
The first thing that strikes you about Lady Gaga's "The Edge of Glory" video is the fact that it's steeped in the rich, gauzy traditions of classic pop clips and noticeably missing any of the allegories, agendas or, uh, afterbirth of her previous work.
Simply put, "Edge" is an homage to an entire genre of videos that has since gone by the wayside — namely, the eternally soft-focused, ethereal mini-movies of the 1980s, (mostly) pop productions that reimagined cityscapes as dream-like fantasy worlds, where the just-wet streets shone like mirrors, the manholes frothed with steam and no piece of fabric was left un-billowed. These were decidedly big-budget, unapologetically Hollywood things, shot on studio backlots, glowing with million-dollar lighting budgets and given extra grandeur thanks to sweeping, soaring crane shots. They made no attempt to portray reality as anything of the sort — because, much like the songs they accompanied, there was rebellion in that fantasy — or of hiding their excesses. And, not surprisingly, as the decade came to a close, and earnestness began to reign supreme, they slowly disappeared (surely, their big budgets didn't help their fate either).
But with her new clip, Gaga resurrects the epic videos of the '80s once again. And, seemingly, all at once. There truly are too many nods to the classics to list individually, and really, that's beside the point. With "The Edge of Glory," LG is paying tribute not to individual artists, but to an entire genre. Still, there are some whose influence stands above the rest, and we've combined them into one handy cheat sheet. Of course, in keeping with her tradition, not all of them come from the 1980s. Because if there's anything Lady Gaga has proven, it's that she refuses to be fenced in. Here's our list:
Bonnie Tyler: Welsh-born belter whose better-known videos (like "Total Eclipse of the Heart" and "Holding Out for a Hero") practically set the standard for the fantastical pop videos of the 1980s. Soft focus, arching crane shots, achingly staged lighting — they're all there, and they're all on display in "Edge of Glory" too.
Blondie, "Rapture": One of the earliest examples of the ethereal '80s (it was released in 1981), the video follows Debbie Harry on a dream-like traipse through the streets of New York City, complete with guest appearances by Fab Five Freddy and a shuffling Uncle Sam (to name just a few). It makes no sense, because it's not supposed to.
Cyndi Lauper: Gaga's good friend and, along with Madonna, perhaps the premier '80s video star, Lauper's classics — be they the good-natured rebellion of "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" or the moody, arty "True Colors" — both seem like spiritual successors to "Edge."
"Fame": Epochal tale of performing-arts students living and loving in NYC during the early '80s, it's spirit and style have long influenced Gaga's work. With its dance moves and dreamy, freedom-in-the-streets scenes, "Edge" is perhaps the best example of that.
"Flashdance": Prototypical "girl finds escape in dance" film from 1983, it stars Jennifer Beals as a steelworker/dancer who dreams of a better life. Not only are the same sentiments echoed in "Edge," but Gaga pays tribute to the film's most memorable scene — where Beals reclines in a chair and is doused in water — by striking a similar pose outside her apartment building.
George Michael: Before he became known for his various, uh, exploits, Michael was the biggest British pop star of the 1980s, and as such, he churned out some appropriately huge music videos. Two of his biggest — "Father Figure" and "Careless Whisper" — seem to have influenced Gaga with their gauzy, steamy portrayals of late-night life in the big city and, in the case of "Whisper," that balls-out sax wailing.
Michael Jackson: You can't write anything about videos from the 1980s without mentioning MJ, who took the art form to rarely duplicated heights. Usually, his clips were fantastical things, but occasionally, he also got gritty, and it's those moments (videos like "The Way You Make Me Feel" and "Billie Jean") that seem to have stuck in Gaga's mind.
"Newsies": The 1992 Disney musical is most notable for its initial "flop" status and its subsequent rebirth as a cult classic. It tells the story of newsboys on strike in New York City, and in classic scenes like Christian Bale's performance of the song "Santa Fe," it takes that struggle to the twisting fire escapes of the city. Sort of like "Edge of Glory," really.
"Rent": Broadway retelling of Puccini's "La bohème," set in the Lower East Side in the early 1990s. As some have noted, Lady Gaga seems to be paying tribute to the choreography of one particular number ("Out Tonight") as she dances on the fire escape.
"West Side Story": One of the best-loved Broadway musicals of all time, "Story" was remade as a film in 1961 and went on to win a whopping 10 Oscars, including Best Picture. As you can expect, there are plenty of street scenes and fire escapes in both the film and the stage show, but perhaps the most famous is "Tonight," where the story's star-crossed lovers profess their love for one another high above the city. Sure, Maria never tears off her Versace silk, but you seemingly cannot film a scene on a fire escape without recalling this classic, and, in "Edge," there's certainly a lot of the former.
Did we miss any influences? Let us know in the comments below!
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Football Cops Featuring Petyon and Eli Manning (Video)
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Michael Jackson Fans Gather Outside Neverland
Filed under: Michael Jackson, Neverland, Remembering Michael Jackson
Hundreds of Michael Jackson fans made the pilgrimage to Neverland Ranch today to commemorate the anniversary of his death -- even though there was no actual event planned.
We're told some fans camped outside the gates of Neverland on Figueroa Mountain Road last night. The fans show up in waves throughout the day -- gathering for a bit, bringing flowers, holding signs, singing songs ... then they eventually leave.
MJ passed away two years ago today.
Source: http://www.tmz.com/2011/06/25/michael-jackson-death-anniversary-neverland-ranch-fans-gathering/
Rihanna and Chris Brown Back In Touch?
Pics: Bikini-Clad Avril Lavigne Flashes Her Nipple in French
The 26-year-old singer has been photographed having wardrobe malfunctions while enjoying holiday in a skimpy two-piece with her girl gang on St Tropez yacht.Source: http://www.celebrity-mania.com/news/view/00020835.html
Saturday 25 June 2011
Gene Simmons and Shannon Tweed back together?
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Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka Are Engaged!
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Diana Ross & Her Family on Oprah
Dead Baby Found at Oprah?s School in South Africa
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Celebrities Who Don?t Look Their Age: Who Looks Good? Who Doesn?t?
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Friday 24 June 2011
Kings of Leon -- Concert Tribute to Ryan Dunn
Filed under: Ryan Dunn, Music, Kings of Leon
The band Kings of Leon honored their friend Ryan Dunn at a concert in London this week ... asking the crowd to make a toast to "a friend of ours who passed away" ... before playing a song in his memory.
The band then broke into a rendition of their song, "McFearless" ... and lead singer Caleb Followill told the crowd, "This is for Ryan."
During the performance ... images of the "Jackass" star appeared on the giant screen behind the band ... followed by the words, "Ryan Dunn 1977 - 2011."
Source: http://www.tmz.com/2011/06/24/kings-of-leon-concert-tribute-to-ryan-dunn-mcfearless-jackass/
Celeb Style Transformation: Oprah Winfrey
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The View Ladies on Oprah
Porn Star Lexi Swallow Popped for Blowing .09
Filed under: DUI, Celebrity Justice, Lexi Swallows
A hardcore porn star named Lexi Swallow ... clearly named after her affinity for birds ... found herself in handcuffs yesterday ... and for once, they weren't pink and fuzzy.
Law enforcement sources tell us Swallow -- star of "My First Orgy 2" and "Oooops I Did My Daddy's Best Friend" -- was pulled over early Thursday morning for failing to signal and during the stop, the officer noticed a funky smell on her breath.
We're told Swallow was given a breathalyzer test and blew a .09 ... just above the legal limit. Swallows was then arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence ... and was hauled off to a nearby jail.
TMZ spoke with a rep for Swallow, who tells us the porn star plans to fight the case tooth and nail ... just not too much tooth.
Source: http://www.tmz.com/2011/06/23/lexi-swallow-arrested-dui-bac-porn-star-driving-hollywood-turn-signal/
Video: Selena Gomez Goes From Vintage to Futuristic in 'Love You Like A Love Song'
The 'Monte Carlo' actress has released her 'Love You Like a Love Song' music video that features her various high-fashion looks from sporting a big hair-do to a sleek boyish look.Source: http://www.celebrity-mania.com/news/view/00020839.html
Kim, Gisele & Ashley -- The Post Workout Hotness
Filed under: Kim Kardashian, Gisele Bundchen, Ashley Greene, Fashion, Beauty, Paparazzi Photo
Proving they are mere mortals like the rest of us, Kim Kardashian, supermodel Gisele and "Twilight" babe Ashley Greene were all spotted keeping their rockin' bodies in shape by hitting the gym in L.A. on Wednesday.
Being gorgeous takes work.
Source: http://www.tmz.com/2011/06/23/kim-kardashian-gisele-bundchen-and-ashley-greene-workout-gym-sweat/
Thursday 23 June 2011
Chris Brown Talks About Rihanna Beating on MTV News
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?Footloose? Movie Trailer Makes Its Debut! (Video)
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Gwyneth Paltrow to Get Her Own Food Magazine?
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Sean Kingston RELEASED From Hospital
Filed under: Sean Kingston
Sean Kingston has finally been released from the hospital -- three weeks after a terrible jet ski accident in Miami that left him in critical condition.
Kingston -- who reportedly suffered a broken jaw, fractured wrist and water in his lungs -- left the hospital with his mother Tuesday and is expected to make a full recovery.
Earlier this week, Kingston tweeted a semi-smiling photo of himself to fans along with the message, "Feeling alot better! GOD IS GREAT! Thanks for all the prayers and support! Love you ALL!"
Source: http://www.tmz.com/2011/06/23/sean-kingston-released-hospital-miami-jet-sk-crash-accident/
New 'Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes' Trailer And Photos
"Rise of the Planet of the Apes" has already proved to have beyond stellar CGI in the trailers that have been released, but [...]
Source: http://moviesblog.mtv.com/2011/06/22/rise-of-the-planet-of-the-apes-trailer-photos/
Wednesday 22 June 2011
Lady Gaga, Weird Al Find 'Happy Ending' After Parody Beef
'She's totally cool and she really likes the parody,' Al tells MTV News of 'Perform This Way.'
By Jocelyn Vena
Weird Al at the "Bad Teacher" premiere
Photo: Stephen Lovekin/ Getty Images
All is well between Lady Gaga and "Weird Al" Yankovic. After some initial drama over his parody of "Born This Way," Gaga eventually gave Al her stamp of approval.
When MTV News caught up with Weird Al on Monday night at the "Bad Teacher" premiere in New York City, he told us the pop star is actually of a fan of his track, "Perform This Way."
"Where we stand is my music video 'Perform This Way' world-premiered [Monday] and is doing quite well," he said. "My album comes out [today]," he said of Alpocalypse, which was released on Tuesday (June 21). "It all got resolved."
On the Gaga parody track, he sings, "Got my straight jacket today/ It's made of gold lamé/ No, not because I'm crazy/ I perform this way." Then he goes on to lampoon, among other topics, that famous MTV VMA meat dress: "I strap prime rib to my feet/ Cover myself with raw meat/ I'll bet you've never seen a skirt steak worn this way."
Initially, it seemed Gaga wasn't too pleased with the song's lyrics, but according to Al, she has come around. So, what exactly happened between Al and Mother Monster before things got straightened out?
"It was a big misunderstanding, miscommunication," he explained. "The bottom line is it's a happy ending. Lady Gaga approves it; she's totally cool and she really likes the parody."
In the brand-new video, Al portrays Gaga in some of her signature looks, from her Grammy egg to her bubble dress, but it wasn't easy to narrow down wardrobe for the clip.
"It's a challenge because she's got so many different looks," he said. "I mean, she's got such a bigger-than-life persona, so a big part of figuring out the video is figuring out how we're going to do two-dozen costumes in three minutes. On top of putting my head on a woman's body, that was difficult as well. So [making the video took] a lot of CG effects and wardrobe, basically."
Gaga isn't the only superstar lampooned on Alpocalypse. Al also has some fun with Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus and T.I., to name a few. "It's very eclectic, it's very odd, which I guess you come to expect from a guy like me."
What do you think of Weird Al's "Perform This Way" video? Tell us in the comments!
Watch The "Perform This Way" Video Below!
Source: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1666137/weird-al-perform-this-way-lady-gaga.jhtml
Ashley Greene: L.A. Gym Girl!
Readying herself to work up a sweat, Ashley Greene was spotted heading into her Los Angeles gym yesterday (June 21).
Toting her workout gear by her side, the "Twilight" actress sported a black and white top, blue jeans and black flats as she prepared herself for the physical fete.
Besides her super-fashionable duds, there was one accessory Ashley probably could have lived without - a band aid on her left arm from a visit to her physician earlier in the day.
Taking to her Twitter let fans in on her not-so-fun appointment, Green wrote, "Ouch. Getting shots at the dr hurts."
Source: http://celebrity-gossip.net/ashley-greene/ashley-greene-la-gym-girl-517133
Lady Gaga's 'Edge Of Glory' Video: Glory Days
E Street Band saxophonist Clarence Clemons appears in the video pre-stroke.
By James Montgomery
Lady Gaga
Photo: Getty Images
Remember, for a while there, when everyone was complaining that Lady Gaga's videos had, perhaps, gotten too big, too arty, too obtuse? That maybe the hype surrounding each clip's premiere overshadowed the clip itself? Well, for the foreseeable future, those criticisms can be put to rest.
Because on Thursday (June 16), Gaga premiered her brand-new video for "The Edge of Glory," a piece that's a little bit Madonna's "Papa Don't Preach," a little bit Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean" and a whole lot of " '80s videos where someone dances on a fire escape while smoke pours from a well-lit window."
There is no hyperkinetic, women-in-prison kink, no odes to Weimar Germany and no birthing of a machine gun. Shoot, there's not even a single Christian allegory to be seen (OK, maybe one, when Gaga strikes a Christ-like pose on the concrete).
Instead, "Edge" is little more than five-and-a-half minutes of classic pop, brimming with imagery, style (and moves) that could've been lifted from millions of videos in the pop heyday of the 1980s. It is Gaga's free-spirited youth in New York's East Village, only reimagined on a Hollywood level (in another nod to the videos of yesteryear, it makes no attempt to hide the fact that it was clearly shot on a "New York"-styled backlot): She sashays and struts on a fire escape, descends to the perfectly foggy, still-wet streets of the city, and poses on the front steps of her apartment building, while none other than Clarence Clemons hits a note-perfect saxophone solo. It is a fantasy in every conceivable way, and if it reminds you of something you've seen before, well, that's because you probably did — not just in '80s vids, but in films like "Fame" and Broadway hits like "Rent," too — and chances are you loved it.
And while all the feel-good nostalgia is dampened a bit by the very of the moment drama surrounding the video (Clemons is currently recovering from a stroke he suffered over the weekend), "Edge of Glory" still manages to shine, mostly because of its simplicity. You wanted a straightforward, dance-till-you-drop, unabashedly-indebted video from Lady Gaga? Well, now you've got one. It's not a stretch to call it a classic, mostly because, well, it is — at least in its inspirations. And its aspirations too.
What did you think of the video? Let us know in the comments!
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Miss California Alyssa Campanella Wins Miss USA 2011
Beating 50 other contestants in the annual pageant, the current Miss California is named the new Miss USA and set to represent the States in this year's Miss Universe in Brazil.Source: http://www.celebrity-mania.com/news/view/00020815.html
Rihanna?s Controversial New ?Man Down? Video
Source: http://www.celebtv.com/rihannas-man-video-reaction-chris-browns-violent-beating
Tuesday 21 June 2011
?Jackass? Star Ryan Dunn Dies In Car Crash!
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Conan?s Farewell to Oprah
Kellan Lutz Thinks Woman's Collarbone Is Weird but Sexy
The Emmett Cullen of the 'Twilight Saga' series admits a girl's face gets his attention, but when asked about his favorite female body part, he goes for the clavicle area.Source: http://www.celebrity-mania.com/news/view/00020814.html
Monday 20 June 2011
McCourts Screwed After MLB Nixes $3 Billion Deal
Filed under: Frank McCourt, Jamie McCourt, TMZ Sports, Celebrity Justice, Dirty Divorces
MLB commish Bud Selig just rejected a proposed $3 billion dollar TV deal between the Los Angeles Dodgers and FOX Sports ... a deal that was the basis for the divorce settlement between Frank and Jamie McCourt.
As TMZ previously reported, the McCourts reached a settlement to their divorce on Friday that was predicated on MLB signing off on the FOX deal.
Now, with the demise of the deal, the McCourts are back to square one -- PLUS it now seems unlikely the Dodgers will be able to pay its players and employees this month.
If the team misses payroll, Selig could seize operational control of the team and eventually force a sale of the team.
UPDATE: A rep for the Dodgers, on behalf of Frank McCourt, released a statement saying, in part, “Commissioner Selig’s letter of rejection is not only a disappointment, but worse, is potentially destructive to the Los Angeles Dodgers, and Major League Baseball."
The rep continued, "Accordingly, we plan to explore vigorously our options and remedies with respect to Commissioner Selig’s rejection of the proposed FOX transaction and our commitment to protect the long-term best interests of the Los Angeles Dodgers.”
Johnny Knoxville Mourns the Death of Ryan Dunn
Reacting to the shocking news of the death of his "Jackass" co-star, Johnny Knoxville has spoke out as he mourns the loss of Ryan Dunn.
Knoxville took to his Twitter account in a much more serious manner than usual - showing grief over the sad situation by writing, "Today I lost my brother, Ryan Dunn. My heart goes out to his family and his beloved Angie.RIP Ryan. I love you buddy."
Fellow "Jackass" crew member, Jason ?Wee-Man? Acuna, also tweeted in remembrance, writing, ?I MISS YOU BUD!! You were always a happy kick-[butt] dude!!?
As first reported by TMZ, police say that Ryan's 2007 Porsche 911 GT3 was found off Route 322 in Pennsylvania, where it was then discovered that Dunn and an unidentified passenger lost their lives around 3 a.m. "as a result of injuries sustained in the accident."
Source: http://celebrity-gossip.net/johnny-knoxville/johnny-knoxville-mourns-death-ryan-dunn-516388
Ashley Greene's Flirty Night Out With Gerard Butler Detailed
The actress who portrays Alice Cullen on 'Twilight' film series reportedly shared laughs with the 41-year-old actor when singing a Journey song with him.Source: http://www.celebrity-mania.com/news/view/00020803.html
Rebecca Black Fashion Fail: Friday Ripped From Web?
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Willow Smith Debuts New Single on Oprah
Source: http://www.celebtv.com/willow-smith-debuts-single-ioprahi
Rihanna Talks Chris Brown Assault on Good Morning America
Source: http://www.celebtv.com/rihanna-talks-chris-brown-assault-igood-morning-americai
Sunday 19 June 2011
Soap Dish: Emmy Winner Predictions
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Tone Loc Arrested for Domestic Violence
Filed under: Tone Loc, Celebrity Justice
Rapper Tone Loc was arrested Saturday afternoon for felony domestic violence after a physical altercation with the mother of his child ... TMZ has learned.
Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... Loc (real name Anthony Smith) was arrested yesterday around 2:45 PM at an apartment complex in Burbank, CA. We're told he was taken in without incident and booked into jail a few hours later.
He is currently being held on $50,000 -- and, as of this posting, has yet to be released.
Loc achieved fame in the late 1980s with such legendary songs as "Funky Cold Medina" and "Wild Thing."
Chris Brown Performs on Dancing With the Stars
Source: http://www.celebtv.com/chris-brown-performs-idancing-stars
Kim Kardashian & Paris Hilton: Scooter Braun Birthday Babes
Adding a little glamour to the night's celebration, Kim Kardashian and Paris Hilton were among the many celebrity guests turning up for Justin Bieber's manager Scooter Braun's birthday bash in Los Angeles on Saturday night (June 18).
The "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" beauty showed off her curves in a figure hugging outfit as she and a gal pal arrived at the Music Box in Kim's ritzy Rolls Royce.
Meanwhile, Miss Hilton was all prettied up in a python print party dress as she sashayed into the soiree held in honor of Scooter's 30th birthday.
As for the festivities, the night featured a performance by MC Hammer, with Bieber delighting partygoers as he took the stage to belt out a tune alongside his good friend/mentor Usher.
Other attendees partaking in Scooter's birthday shindig included "Karate KId" star Jaden Smith and "Pretty Little Liars" cutie Ashley Benson, who turned up arm-in-arm with Ryan Good.
Saturday 18 June 2011
Lady Gaga Tops Oprah On Forbes? Celebrity 100 List
Source: http://www.celebtv.com/lady-gaga-tops-oprah-forbes-celebrity-100-list
Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber Turn CMT Awards Into Crossover Celebration
Kid Rock hosted the show, which featured everyone from Ludacris and Jason Aldean to Sheryl Crow.
By Gil Kaufman
Sheryl Crow and Justin Bieber at the 2011 CMT Music Awards
Photo: Getty Images
You might have done a double-take when you saw the list of winners and guests at Wednesday night's CMT Music Awards, which included trophies for Taylor Swift and Justin Bieber as well as performances that featured Ludacris and a cover of Eminem and Rihanna's "Love the Way You Lie."
But, yes, this was a country music event. It's just that some of the hardware handed out at the show hosted by Kid Rock tipped its 10-gallon hat to the ongoing popularity of the pop-infused sound.
The biggest example of that cross-over success, Swift, took home one of the top honors, Video of the Year, for her clip "Mine." She accepted the prize from a stage in Wisconsin, her latest tour stop.
"I just want to say thank you and hi to everybody back at the CMT Music Awards," she said. "I wish I could be there, but I'm hanging out with 15,000 of my closest friends in Milwaukee. I want to thank so many people — all the little kids who are in the video and their families for bringing them to Maine and being in the video. ... I don't know what I did to deserve you guys, but you've made so many amazing things happen to me in my life."
Male Video of the Year honors went to "The Voice" judge Blake Shelton for "Who Are You When I'm Not Looking," while the female video winner was his wife, Miranda Lambert, for her emotional tune "The House That Built Me."
One of the more unusual names on the winners list was Bieber, who snagged Collaborative Video of the Year for his hookup with Rascal Flatts on the tune "That Should Be Me."
"First of all, I just want to say how honored I am to be here ... with Rascal Flatts," Bieber said while accepting his first country award. "How amazing are Rascal Flatts, everybody? I want to thank my mom. I want to thank my family. And I want to thank Rascal Flatts for even jumping on the song with me."
Flatts bassist Jay DeMarcus thanked Bieber right back for bringing the group the "great song," adding, "It was an honor to be in this video with you. What a talented guy. We appreciate it so much."
Lady Antebellum, another group that has surfed the more country side of the crossover wave, scored Group Video of the Year for "Hello World." And the Band Perry, an act that many mainstream listeners were first introduced to thanks to "American Idol" runner-up Lauren Alaina, took the USA Weekend Breakthrough Video of the Year prize for "If I Die Young," as well as the 2011 Nationwide Insurance On Your Side Award.
Of course, it wasn't all awards and honors, there was also a hilarious opening bit in which Swift and Shania Twain killed it in a three-minute "Thelma & Louise" parody. In the clip, the two jump in their convertible and run into a perv played by comedian Ron White, practice shooting their guns and run into "Glee" star Chord Overstreet, who plays the shirtless Brad Pitt character. In addition to a gratuitous Donald Trump cameo, the video also featured Kenny Rogers singing his hit "The Gambler" by the roadside and host Rock hopping into the car with the ladies after getting kicked off his tour bus for partying too hard.
There were other highlights, including someone tossing a pair of ladies' underwear at Rock and Sheryl Crow later admitting she flashed hers while getting up from a stool after performing with the rapper-turned-heartland-rocker.
"I'm just gonna address the elephant in the room, because people all over America are tweeting that I was wearing a really short skirt when I sang with Kid Rock — and that when I got up off the stool, I showed my underwear," Crow joked. "Well, at least you were wearing underwear," co-presenter Sara Evans said.
There was further drama when Twain came out to introduce the male video winner and took a major tumble on a too-slick floor while walking to the stage. She got up quickly and regained her composure, later laughing, "I don't need a stunt double."
In addition to Rock opening the show with a bit of his hard-hitting "Bawitdaba" (which was cut off in favor of a more country-safe tune named "Till My Dying Day" that he wrote for Wynonna Judd), Ludacris hooked up with Jason Aldean for "Dirt Road Anthem," the Band Perry played "Love the Way You Lie," and Lady Antebellum did a bit of Prince's "Kiss."
"Idol" winner Scotty McCreery was on hand with Alaina to introduce a performance by Sugarland as well.
Other winners included Sugarland (Duo Video of the Year for "Stuck Like Glue"), Zac Brown Band and Jimmy Buffett (CMT Performance of the Year for "Margaritaville") and Shelton (Best Web Video of the Year, "Kiss My Country Ass.")
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