52nd Grammys: Jay-Z Collects Best Rap/Sung Collaboration, Thanking Genius Kanye West

Kanye West is absent to accept the award he shares with Jay-Z and Rihanna but is given a shout out by Jay-Z and called a genius by him.

One more coveted prize is revealed at the Sunday, January 31 celebration of 2010 Grammy Awards. Jay-Z wins Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for "Run This Town", his joint track with Rihanna and Kanye West. The announcement is made by Placido Domingo and Mos Def.

The rap mogul went onto the stage with Rihanna and Solange Knowles' son. While Jay-Z thanks the "genius that is Kanye West," who is nowhere to be seen during the telecast, Rihanna turns to Jigga for her thank-you speech.

After Wyclef Jean comes out to remind audience the importance of taking part in the Haitian Relief effort, Mary J. Blige takes the mic for a charity single. She makes a duet with Andrea Bocelli, singing a touching rendition of "Bridge Over Troubled Water".

Afterwards, the winner Best Female Pop Vocal Performance is announced by Ricky Martin and "Glee" star Lea Michele. The title is given to Beyonce Knowles, giving her a total of six nods out of the 10 nominations she received. In this category, she wins over Katy Perry, Pink, Taylor Swift and Adele.


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52nd Grammys: Taylor Swift, Jamie Foxx and Bon Jovi on Stage

Swift made a duet with Stevie Nicks, Foxx brought T-Pain, Doug. E Fresh and Slash into his set while Bon Jovi invited Jennifer Nettles and played a fan-picked song.

Taylor Swift who got her first Grammy this year through album "Fearless", got up on stage to perform "Today Was a Fairytale", a new song which is recorded for her upcoming movie "Valentine's Day". She then introduced Stevie Nicks and together they belted out Fleetwood Mac's "Rhiannon" and her "You Belong With Me".

Before her performance, Jamie Foxx dressed up as Union Jack and collaborated with T-Pain and Doug E. Fresh in "Blame It". Asking the audience to stand up, Foxx got the crowd including Rihanna and Stacy Ferguson aka Fergie to sway their body to the music. Slash came out toward the end, performing a guitar solo of "November Rain". Foxx, who used a lot of Auto-Tune in the performance, gave a shout out to Jay-Z who is known against the use of the enhanced technology.

Later on, Bon Jovi performed "We Weren't Born to Follow" before welcoming Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles onto the stage for a duet of "Who Says You Can't Go Home". The band closed their set with a fan-voted song "Livin' on a Prayer".







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52nd Grammys: Taylor Swift Wins Top Honor, Album of the Year

John Legend and Carlos Santana mention Taylor Swift as the winner for Album of the Year at the 2010 Grammy Awards.

Taylor Swift adds another Golden Gramophone to her trophy collection as she picks up Album of the Year. The announcement is made by John Legend who takes the stage of Staples Center with the companion of Carlos Santana.

"I hope that you know how much this means to me," she says when collecting the top honor, putting a smile on her face. "This is the story we're going to be telling over and over again." She successfully beats such heavy contenders as Beyonce Knowles, Black Eyed Peas and Lady GaGa. It's her fourth victory, putting her behind Beyonce who leads the winners list with six gongs.

Before the awards show is wrapped, Lil Wayne, Eminem, Drake and Travis Barker deliver their special duet performance. The live act is introduced by "Inglourious Basterds" director Quentin Tarantino.

Full winners of 2010 Grammy Awards can be obtained on Grammy Awards official site, while some of them can be seen on the following list.

Album of the Year: "Fearless" - Taylor Swift
Record of the year: "Use Somebody" - Kings of Leon
Song of the Year: "Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It)" - Beyonce Knowles
Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group With Vocals: "I Gotta Feeling" - Black Eyed Peas
Best Rap Solo Performance: "D.O.A. (Death of Auto-Tune)" - Jay-Z
Best Rock Album: "21st Century Breakdown" - Green Day
Best New Artist: Zac Brown Band
Best Female Pop Vocal Performance: Beyonce Knowles - "Halo"
Best Male Pop Vocal Performance: Jason Mraz - "Make It Mine"
Best Pop Collaboration With Vocals: Jason Mraz & Colbie Caillat - "Lucky"
Best Pop Vocal Album: "The E.N.D." - Black Eyed Peas
Best Dance Recording: "Poker Face" - Lady GaGa
Best Female R&B Vocal Performance: Beyonce Knowles - "Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It)"
Best Male R&B Vocal Performance: Maxwell - "Pretty Wings"
Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group With Vocals: Jamie Foxx & T-Pain - "Blame It"
Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance: Beyonce Knowles - "At Last"
Best R&B Song: Beyonce Knowles - "Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It)"
Best R&B Album: Maxwell - "BLACKsummers'night"
Best Contemporary R&B Album: Beyonce Knowles - "I Am...Sasha Fierce"
Best Rap Performance By a Duo or Group: Eminem, Dr. Dre & 50 Cent - "Crack a Bottle"
Best Rap/Sung Collaboration: Jay-Z, Rihanna & Kanye West - "Run This Town"
Best Rap Song: "Run This Town" - Jay-Z, Rihanna & Kanye West
Best Rap Album: "Relapse" - Eminem
Best Song Written for Motion Picture, Television, or Other Visual Media: A.R. Rahman, Sukhvinder Singh, Tanvi Shah, Mahalaxmi Iyer & Vijay Prakash - "Jai Ho" (From "Slumdog Millionaire")


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52nd Grammys: Lil Wayne, Eminem, Drake and Travis Barker's Performance

The heavy weight Hip-Hoppers were united in Weezy's 'Drop the World' and Drake's 'Forever' with Barker on drums.

The most anticipated collaboration at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards was reserved as the last act of the day before they announced the winner of Album of the Year. Eminem, joined the star-studded line-up consisting of Drake, Lil Wayne and Travis Barker, being introduced by "Inglourious Basterds" director Quentin Tarantino.

Weezy and Barker were the opening act, performing "Drop the World". Then Eminem came out just in time to sing his verse. An alarm was sounded, Drake came out, spitting verses of "Forever", his collaborative song with Weezy which was also made as the theme song of LeBron James' documentary "More Than a Game".

Amidst the celebration and the energy-pumping performances, Grammys spared a time to remember the victims of Haiti earthquake. Through the performance by Mary J. Blige and Andrea Bocelli, the organizers encourage viewers to donate. "Bridge Over Troubled Water" can be downloaded on iTunes and the proceeds is used to support Haiti relief.

Eminem, Drake, Lil Wayne, Travis Barker





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What's wrong with Lily Allen? Singer takes a tumble after Aussie gig

A worse for wear Lily Allen caused a stir at the Big Day Out Festival in Australia yesterday, when she collapsed on the ground.

With her make-up smudged and messy hair dripping with sweat, the singer wobbled across the tarmac before stumbling on the floor.

The dishevelled 24-year-old was being ushered away from the stage at the Claremont Showground in Perth after performing to thousands of fans on the hot summer day


Clearly in high spirits following her set, Lily staggered down the stairs wrapped in a blanket before a minder came to her aid.

But halfway between the stage and her car, Lily tumbled to the floor.

But she clearly wasn't injured after her laughing associates quickly helped her up again and guided her into the car.

Her haphazard appearance appeared to suggest she may have been drinking or perhaps she was just feeling worse for wear due to the sweltering 32c sunshine.





Whatever was behind Lily's strange behaviour, she certainly looked ready for a lie down as she finally climbed into the car.


During her set at the festival, Lily performed her hits including The Fear and Smile to an appreciative crowd.

Wearing a silver sequinned shawl and denim shorts, the singer appeared to be feeling hot and bothered in her outfit.

She kept lifting up her shawl and flashing her bra at the audience, presumably in a bid to cool down.


Lily has been touring Australia and New Zealand with the Big Day Out Festival since last month and Sunday marked her last ever gig.

In between festivals, she's been spotted hanging out with the members of rock band Muse, who were also on the bill.

Lily last performed at the festival three years ago, and admitted she had drunk so much at the time, she barely remembered it.

She said: 'I was so drunk I can't even remember what it was about


She famously threw a glass at Jet frontman Chris Cester backstage, but fortunately it was caught by one of his entourage.

In an interview with GQ magazine last year, Lily said she wasn't ashamed of her partying ways and spoke openly about past drug use.

She added: 'I think as long as you're not being malicious and you're not hurting people then you should not be ashamed of what you do.

'I've taken drugs. I found them and find them fun and I don’t think I’m a bad person because of it.'

Lily also said there nothing wrong with getting drunk at parties.

She said: 'I think the way I behave is normal for someone my age and in my situation.

'I know a lot of guys in bands who go to awards ceremonies and get into the same sort of states that I get myself into, and that's not negatively reported on. So it feels kind of unjust.'


Peek-a-boo: Lily flashes her bra


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Britney Spears jets into Miami with boyfriend Jason Trawick... but still can't raise a smile

Jet set: An annoyed Britney Spears arrives at Miami airport with agent boyfriend Jason Trawick


Britney Spears silenced rumours she had ended her rocky romance with boyfriend Jason Trawick as the couple were photographed together for the first time in weeks.

The singer and her agent beau, who have been dating for 18 months, arrived at Miami airport together on Friday.

But despite the chance for some quality time with Jason, Britney looked far from happy as she was spotted outside a recording studio yesterday.


Cheer up Britney: The sad-looking singer talks to her bodyguard outside a Miami recording studio on Saturday


Clearly in a bad mood for some reason, Britney scowled at photographers before trying to hide under an umbrella - even though there was no rain in sight.

Wearing sunglasses and a pink polo neck, Britney looked sad as she chatted to her bodyguard outside the studio.

Despite her sombre demeanour, Britney recently denied reports she was suffering from depression.

Britney's management posted a series of US tabloid articles about her alleged depressions on her official website, with the words 'bulls**t' stamped across them.


'Can I hide under that?' Britney eyes the umbrella


She said recently: 'I'm learning to take better care of myself and not get stressed or down about things for nothing.

'I'm taking my time these days and not letting myself get under any pressure other than to just feel happy about myself and to work on my music.

'I want to show people I am a strong woman. I have a lot of great things ahead of me that I want to accomplish. I feel positive and much happier, things are looking good again. I'm learning to relax and not place so much pressure on myself.'


Not in the mood: Britney hides behind the umbrella


Charity: Spears is auctioning her Versace dress to raise money for Haiti


Last month, the singer celebrated her 28th birthday with Jason and her sons Sean Preston and Jayden James hanging by the pool at LA's Mondrian Hotel.

While Britney's current lovelife appears to be back on track, her ex-husband Kevin Federline admitted they are managing to regain a friendship as they co-parent their two sons.

He said: 'I think as time goes on, it keeps getting better and better and better.
'I mean, I'm really happy the way that my life is going right now, I really am. I think, you know, I have come a long way. All of us have…my whole family. It's gotten so much better from where we were.'

Meanwhile, Britney has donated the silver Versace dress she wore the MTV Music Video Awards in 2008 for a charity auction to raise money for the survivors of the Haiti earthquake.


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'He's the love of my life': Katie Price is reunited with Celebrity Big Brother winner Alex Reid

By Lizzie Smith

He's the love of my life: Katie Price declares her feelings for Alex Reid on last night's Big Brother's Big Mouth

When Katie Price was interviewed on her exit from I'm A Celebrity, she took the opportunity to publicly dump her boyfriend.

Luckily for her Alex Reid didn't follow suit as he emerged victorious from the Celebrity Big Brother house last night.

Instead the two publicly proclaimed their mutual admiration, with Katie declaring: 'He's the love of my life and he knows that.'
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The glamour model was reunited with Reid as he appeared on E4's spin-off show Big Brother's Big Mouth following the show.

The cagefighter admitted he wasn't sure if Katie would be there to great him when he left.

'Missing Katie was the hardest thing,' said the 34-year-old. 'When you get all that thinking time, I was thinking is she going to be waiting for me when I come out?
'It's silly, it's a normal human reaction. I knew deep down she would be and the proof is in the pudding.'


Triumphant: Alex Reid confounded expectations to win Celebrity Big Brother

Now bookies are offering odds of 1/2 that the couple will announce their engagement this year.

After entering the house to boos, Reid's win was a remarkable turnaround, with him polling 65 per cent of the vote.

He charmed the public to win the last ever Celebrity Big Brother, beating singer Dane Bowers, who previously dated Price, into second place.

Reid emerged grinning from the house wearing a jacket and jeans and punched the air while descending the stairs to the Rocky theme tune


I only date good guys: Katie said Reid's popularity was proof of her good taste


Waving to the crowd he appeared overwhelmed by his win, repeatedly saying: 'Wow'.

Reid said he was looking forward to spending time with Katie.

And he said he'd like to mend bridges with Australian singer Andre - father of Junior, four, and Princess, two, and stepfather to Harvey, seven, Price's son by footballer Dwight Yorke.

'I'd like nothing more than to meet up with him and clear the air... because there are children involved it makes sense,' he said. 'I've got nothing against him, he's a good dad.'


Brutal: Katie dumped Alex live on air following her exit from I'm A Celebrity


Price added that having dated both Celebrity Big Brother winner Reid and runner-up Bowers proved she had good taste in men.

'The two guys I've been with have been the last two (in the show). They are genuine guys, I don't go for s***heads, basically,' she said.

Reid also said he was thrilled to be offered help with forging an acting career by fellow housemates Jones and Stephen Baldwin.

He said: 'It's totally amazing, I'm flabbergasted and really happy they are doing that.

'I didn't go in there to network, I went in there to show myself but came out with all these amazing gifts.'

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Almost forty, but still naughty: Mariah Carey rolls back the years as a racy nurse in her brand new video

By Marcus Barnes

Dressing up: Mariah Carey puts on a naughty nurse's uniform in the video for her new single Up Out My Face which features female rapper Nicki Minaj

She may be turning 40 this year, but that won't stop Mariah Carey from flaunting her body in the name of her art.

The superstar singer rolls back the years as she dresses up as a naughty nurse in the video for her latest single Up Out My Face.

In the promo, directed by the star and her husband Nick Cannon, Mariah wears a revealing nurses uniform and high heels as she performs with female rapper Nicki Minaj.


Racy: The R&B diva pulls some chewing gum teasingly from her mouth her new duets album is doe to be released on March 30


The short white outfit shows off the singer's cleavage and curvy legs, while she plays up to the fantasy with a garter around her upper thigh - teasingly pulling some chewing gum from her mouth at one point.

In another scene she pulls a wad of money from her cleavage and throws it at the camera.

Starting out with the two ladies encased in boxes, like real life Barbie dolls, the video sees them claw their way out to throw a party together in a supermarket - a red and white theme predominant throughout.


Pulses racing: Nicki pretends to check Mariah's heart rate in the red and white themed video which was directed by the star's husband Nick Cannon


Womanly curves: Mariah adjusts the garter on her thigh - the new single is taken from her forthcoming album Angels Advocate


Mariah's nurses uniform is amongst several racy outfits she is seen wearing during the song, taken from her forthcoming duets remix album Angels Advocate, due to be released March 30.

She also wears a red jacket, short PVC skirt and knee-high boots and a tight-fitting evening dress, all the while accompanied by Minaj who is a protégé of rapper Lil Wayne.

Set for release on the same day fellow R&B star Usher puts out his new LP, Raymond V. Raymond, Angels Advocate will be Mariah's 13th studio album.


Box clever: The singer starts out encased in a box like a real-life Barbie doll


It features brand new remixes and duets of songs from her 2009 release, Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel.

Mariah released two songs this week, a duet of Angels Cry with Ne-Yo and Up Out My Face and she is currently on her Angels Advocate tour, which ends on February 27 at the Pearl Concert Theatre in Las Vegas.

Her husband recently spoke to MTV News about his and Carey's hectic schedule, saying that they are planning to start a family once things slow down.


Special treat: Mariah wears another skimpy outfit as she pays a visit to a beauty salon in the new video


Stripped: The singer says she enjoyed going without make-up in Precious

He said: 'We absolutely plan to have a family. But we gotta prioritize, because that's a major, major priority.

'That's like the only priority in life, when you think about it, is starting and raising a family. We wanna make sure everything is out of the way and that we don't have any distractions.'

Meanwhile the ever-glamorous singer admitted she enjoyed dressing down for her role in new film Precious, which is released in the UK today.

She told OK! magazine: 'It was like removing masks, as opposed to putting them on.

'A lot of people didn’t recognise me, and I was actually happy about that.”

'I had to lose the entire persona with me as Mariah Carey. I hate speaking in the third person but that’s the only way to explain it!'



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Katy Perry's Twitter Hacked by Producer

Katy Perry was left red-faced after her producer hacked into her Twitter.com account to post a series of embarrassing messages. The "I Kissed A Girl" hitmaker was stunned when she discovered Lukasz Gottwald, also known as Dr. Luke, logged onto her page and wrote obscene comments for all her friends and fans to see.

One post read, "Is it normal to have the recurrent rash with blisters on my vagina???" while another said, "Oops I cr**ped my pants! It's messy. What should I do?" After realizing she'd been pranked, Perry blasted the songwriter, writing, "Hey stop! I leave my computer for one second. Stop hacking my Twitter."

Previously, Katy Perry was made upset by a report mentioning that she was pregnant after being spotted shopping at a baby store. The singer took the matter on her Twitter page, writing "ur gonna make me cry, maybe that's my period tho. THAT'S RIGHT I'M BLEEDING." She added, "Better luck next month peepz."


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Katy Perry goes for the burn in grey leotard over lacy leggings for dance workout

Retro look: Katy Perry appears to have enjoyed a vigorous dance workout as she wore a grey leotard and lacy leggings after leaving a dance studio in Hollywood

Katy Perry is better known for her retro Fifties pin-up style.

But she seems to have taken inspiration from a more modern era - as she stepped out in an Eighties style dance outfit of lacy leggings and grey leotard.

Katy wore the revealing combo for a session at a Los Angeles dance studio. And she certainly appeared to have gone for the burn judging by her sweat-stained leotard

Apart from her outlandish look, the singer tried to keep a low profile, hiding behind a pair of large framed sunglasses.

Meanwhile, the singer's former sex addict fiancée Russell Brand is said to have been given the seal of approval by her God-fearing devout Christian parents.

Keith and Mary Hudson have broken their silence for the first time about their future son-in-law, insisting: 'He's won us over. He's part of the family.'


Look at me: The Eighties look - high-cut leotard, and leggings - left little to the imagination for the outrageous singer


So in love: Katy and Russell seen together at an animal welfare centre

The God-fearing couple both gave individual speeches praising Russell during a dinner to celebrate their daughter's engagement at Los Angeles restaurant Il Cielo last week.

A source told The Mirror: 'It was thrown mainly for Russell's benefit - a chance for him to meet Katy's relatives and friends...'

The source added: 'Katy's brother David gave a speech first, joking that he was almost as much in love with Russ as his sister.

'He mentioned the possibility of a baby Brand-Perry this time next year. Russ gave him a thumbs-up and grinned, while Katy was jokingly saying, 'No, no!'

Next Katy's father Keith's speech recalled the crude joke Russell made at the VMAs.

"'Keith said: "The first time I ever came across Russell it was at the VMAs when he talked about my daughter's hole. I didn't quite understand. But after that, I got to meet him and realised he was pretty OK.

"'He loves my daughter and I cannot wait to welcome him into the family - he already feels like he is one of us. He is a wonderful guy and I think he makes Katy very happy. Russell has our blessing.'"

Then Russell got up and said: 'I am so in love with you, Katy, and cannot wait to spend the rest of my life with you.'" The couple are expected to tie the knot this year.


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'Chuck' 3.06 Preview: New Intersect Built

'I'm doing something weapons-related,' an agent of The Ring revealed to Chuck who goes undercover to find out what he's up to.

Someone has built a new intersect and makes use of the skill to combat for The Ring. In "Chuck" February 1 episode, Chuck gets his very own asset who is caught up with The Ring. He thinks he can handle his asset all on his own but Sarah and Casey feel the need to intercede.

Back at Buy More, Chuck juggles his two lives as he trains new Nerd Herder Hannah (guest star Kristin Kreuk) and continues life as a spy. Morgan, Jeff and Lester do some recon work to learn more about Hannah. Creators Josh Schwartz said in a press conference that Hannah's arrival at the store will set a few hearts aflutter, not just Chuck's.

Also in the episode called "Chuck Versus Nacho Sampler", Awesome must lie to Ellie when she starts to ask questions about Chuck.

Lady GaGa Inviting Lucky Fans to Monster Ball Afterparty

After finishing Monster Ball final concert in New York, Lady GaGa continued the party at hot spot 1 Oak and included some of her fans in VIP room to hang out with her.

Lady GaGa treated her fans in New York to an extra special night following her final gig in the city on Sunday, January 24, - inviting a lucky group of devotees to join her star-studded afterparty. The "Poker Face" hitmaker has performed a string of gigs in Manhattan as part of her Monster Ball tour, and concluded her run with a show at Radio City Music Hall.

After the concert she continued the party at hot spot 1Oak with her fashion designer pal Marc Jacobs, and many of her fans gathered outside to get a glimpse of their idol. And GaGa was sure to include her supporters in the celebrations - she invited a group into the club to join her in the VIP section.

A source tells the New York Daily News, "Word spread fast that she was there, and a ton of fans came. GaGa's manager let some of them come into VIP and hang out with her for a little bit before closing the rope again."

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Christina Aguilera's New Song From 'Burlesque' Comes Out in Full

'Spotlight' is the toe-tapping track which will serve as one of the theme songs for Christina Aguilera-starring drama musical.


After previewed through a 30-second snippet, Christina Aguilera's new material recorded for her forthcoming movie "Burlesque" has finally hit the web in full. Titled "Spotlight", the song is a toe-tapping tune.

This is not the only new song from Christina which has been embraced by music fans. Last week, the "Genie in a Bottle" hitmaker showcased a fresh ballad track entitled "Lift Me Up" during a live performance at the "Hope for Haiti" benefit concert.

Due for November 24 U.S. release, "Burlesque" will see Christina Aguilera playing opposite fellow musician Cher. Other people involved in the making of the soundtrack is top-notch producers Danja and Christopher "Tricky" Stewart as well as singer/songwriter Sia Furler.



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Adam Lambert Sings for Ellen DeGeneres, Offering Signed Underwear for Haiti

Beside performing 'Strut', the 'For Your Entertainment' singer also gives a signed portrait and underwear on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' to support Haitian relief effort.



Adam Lambert visited his pal Ellen DeGeneres on January 26 to help her celebrate her 52nd birthday. The "American Idol" alum performed live with his band, delivering "Strut" which is written by him with the help from Kara DioGuardi and Greg Wells.

At the end of the performance, Adam handed a special signed picture of him to the talk show host to be auctioned for Red Cross Haiti Relief Fund. Moreover, the openly gay singer also gave a signed underwear which he claimed "a bit sweaty" to raise fund for the cause. The auction reportedly will end in the first week of February with the current bid price for the underwear is over 2,000 dollars.

In addition to Adam Lambert, Ellen DeGeneres also welcomed Harry Connick Jr. and Will Arnett as her guests on the Tuesday show. In a video montage prepared by her show's staff, she received birthday wishes from such celebrities as Jeff Bridges, Oprah Winfrey, Clint Eastwood, Paris Hilton, Justin Timberlake, Keith Urban and Queen Latifah.




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Celebrated a different aspect of movie super stardom

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A Hollywood themed birthday party this week in Salem celebrated a different aspect of movie super stardom.

The grand red carpet was laid out for the 70th birthday party of Patricia Naas of West Salem, who is known for her role with the Salem Library Foundation..

Patricia's daughter is Susan Hartwick, wife of Joe Hartwick, President of feature film production for 20th Century Fox.

Susan grew up in the Salem area, and graduated from McNary High School. When asked her thoughts, Susan said, "My mom is as active as a teenager. She golfs, dances and enjoys the Pentacle & Elsinore Theatres as well as First Wednesday. She makes 70 the new 50!"

Rebecca Maitland of the Reed Opera House in Salem, says the event celebrating this mother carried, "A really powerful message" - and one that you don't hear often enough.

"It was a fantastic, fun night with spotlights, strobes and original paintings of famous actors."

In fact, she described the evening as mainstream Hollywood in reverse.

"You could feel the celebration for all mothers, it was fun treating her like a rock star".

The party for Patricia Naas was held at the classic Reed Opera House in Salem which Maitland oversees.

"Organizers of this special event say a round of thanks to Susan's siblings Randy Naas of West Salem, and Kimberly Herr of Wilsonville.From:www.salem-news.com

Cheryl Cole joins Susan Boyle and Mariah Carey to record single for victims of Haiti

By Sara Nathan

Doing her bit: Cheryl Cole recording the help Haiti record 'Everybody Hurts'

Back in the studio: Britain's Got Talent star Susan Boyle is now a practised performer

If you want to get something done, ask a busy person.

And yesterday that person was Cheryl Cole.

The X Factor judge squeezed in a recording session for a charity single to raise money for the victims of the Haiti earthquake.


Catsuited and booted: Cheryl Cole raises eyebrows this week at a music awards ceremony in Germany


A day earlier she was appearing at a music awards ceremony in Germany, where her rather outrageous catsuit raised eyebrows.

Yesterday she was back in London to join a host of stars, including Britain's Got Talent superstar Susan Boyle, to record a version of the REM song Everybody Hurts.

Simon Cowell, who is organising the single, has enlisted everyone from Mariah Carey to Kylie Minogue to sing on the track.

As Mrs Cole recorded her part, Robbie Williams and his former Take That bandmates reunited to record theirs in Los Angeles.
The track is now nearly finished and the single is due to be released within a week.

Rod Stewart, Michael Buble, James Morrison and Westlife have already taken part.

Money raised from the sale of the single will be split between the charities trying to help Haiti cope in the aftermath of the quake earlier this month.

'All the stars have been recording one by one all over the world from New York to London and Los Angeles,' a source said.

'They have rescheduled their diaries to make time to record their vocals.'

Mrs Cole said: 'It's heartbreaking to see what is happening in Haiti.
'Hopefully the money from Everybody Hurts will help the people of Haiti rebuild their lives.'


Working hard: James Morrison and Mika take instructions


Doing his bit: Rod Stewart leaves SARM Studios in Nottin


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CBS Renews 'How I Met Your Mother' for Season 6

On the heels of Carter Bays and Craig Thomas signing a three-year deal with 20th Century Fox TV, CBS orders another season of the producers' half-hour comedy.


"How I Met Your Mother" is one of the very first shows that get a guarantee from CBS to be back for another season. The Eye has just renewed the half-hour comedy series starring Neil Patrick Harris for a sixth season which is expected to be debuted this Fall.

"HIMYM" has been a solid Monday night performer for the network beside "Two and a Half Men" and "The Big Bang Theory". Harris has also picked up a Golden Globe nomination this year although he lost it to John Lithgow of "Dexter".

Additionally, creators slash executive producers Carter Bays and Craig Thomas are already in contract with 20th Century Fox TV for three more years. The renewal of "HIMYM" also means they have to work double their time for the studio has also appointed them to create a new but not yet titled show about a young couple and their friends in Pittsburgh.

Meanwhile, THR said "Two and a Half Men" and "The Big Bang Theory" are in the midst of a multi-year pickup. CBS has renewed as well, "Survivor" for two more seasons and "The Amazing Race" for one more season.

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Arctic Monkeys and Kasabian Lead Nominations of 2010 NME Awards

At the 2009 Shockwaves NME Awards, both British bands are nominated for six nods, five of which see them facing off against each other

The shortlist of this year's nominations at the Shockwaves NME Awards have been revealed on Monday, January 25 during a launch party at the London Tabernacle with a live performance from The Maccabees. Arctic Monkeys and Kasabian lead the pack with six nods each.

The two bands are up against each other for Best British Band, Best Live Band, Best Track, Best Video, Giving It Back Award and Best Album. While Kasabian receive their sixth nods in Best Album Artwork, Arctic Monkeys get their last gongs in Worst Album for their latest studio album "Humbug".

In the Worst Album, this band face off last year's "champ" Jonas Brothers as well as U2, Lady GaGa and Green Day. Despite having the chance to walk home with the Worst Album, they are still grateful for the nominations.

"It's a good thing knowing we're still up for these awards," member Alex Turner told The Daily Star. "Kasabian have said that there aren't any other proper rock bands apart from us and them. I don't necessarily agree completely but I know what they're saying. I think we're just co-existing nicely."

2010 Shockwaves NME Awards will take place at the O2 Academy Brixton on February 24. To vote for the winners, fans can log on to NME official site. In addition to honoring musicians, it also hands out awards to small and big screen projects. "True Blood" and "The Twilight Saga's New Moon" are nominated for Best TV show and Best Film respectively.

Nominations list of 2010 Shockwaves NME Awards:

Best British Band:

Arctic Monkeys
Biffy Clyro
Kasabian
Muse
Oasis

Best International Band:
Green Day
Kings of Leon
Paramore
Vampire Weekend
Yeah Yeah Yeahs

Best Solo Artist
Dizzee Rascal
Florence and the Machine
Jamie T
Julian Casablancas
Lady GaGa

Best New Band:
The Big Pink
Bombay Bicycle Club
Mumford & Sons
The XX
La Roux

Best Live Band:
Arctic Monkeys
Kasabian
Muse
Radiohead
Them Crooked Vultures

Best Album:
Arctic Monkeys - "Humbug"
Kasabian - "West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum"
Muse - "The Resistance"
The Cribs - "Ignore The Ignorant"
The Horrors - "Primary Colours"

Best Track:
Animal Collective - "My Girls"
Arctic Monkeys - "Crying Lightning"
Florence and the Machine - "Rabbit Heart (Raise It Up)"
Jamie T - "Sticks N' Stones"
The Big Pink - "Dominos"

Best Video:
Arctic Monkeys - "Cornerstone"
Biffy Clyro - "The Captain"
Kasabian - "Fire"
The Maccabees - "Can You Give It"
Oasis - "Falling Down"

Best Live Event:
Blur at Hyde Park
Jay-Z at Alexandra Palace
Muse at Teignmouth
Oasis at Heaton Park
The Dead Weather at Shoreditch Church

Best Festival:
Download
Glastonbury
Reading And Leeds Festivals
T In the Park
V Festival

Best Dancefloor Filler:
Dizzee Rascal and Armand Van Helden - "Bonkers"
Florence and the Machine - "You've Got the Love"
La Roux - "In For the Kill" (Skream Remix)
Lady GaGa - "Poker Face"
Yeah Yeah Yeahs - "Zero"

Best TV Show:
"The Inbetweeners"
"Never Mind the Buzzcocks"
"Peep Show"
"Skins"
"True Blood"

Best Film:
"500 Days of Summer"
"In the Loop"
"Inglourious Basterds"
"The Twilight Saga's New Moon"
"Where the Wild Things Are"

Best DVD:
Kings of Leon" - "Live at the O2 Arena"
Flight of the Conchords - "Complete HBO Second Season"
The Killers - "Live From the Royal Albert Hall"
The Mighty Boosh - "Future Sailors"
Nirvana - "Live At Reading"

Giving It Back Fan Award:
Kasabian and Noel Fielding for free "Vlad The Impaler" video
Danger Mouse for leaking "Dark Night of the Soul"

Lily Allen for her Twitter ticket treasure hunt
Arctic Monkeys for their Oxfam golden tickets
Vampire Weekend for giving away "Horchata" from the album "Contra"

Hero of the Year:
Beyonce Knowles
Noel Gallagher
Rage Against the Machine
Matt Bellamy
Alex Turner

Villain of the Year:
Noel Gallagher
Liam Gallagher
Simon Cowell
Kanye West
Lady GaGa

Best Dressed:
Lady GaGa
Liam Gallagher
Noel Fielding
Florence Welch
Karen O

Worst Dressed:
Lady GaGa
Matt Bellamy
Katy Perry
Liam Gallagher
Elly Jackson, La Roux

Worst Album:
Green Day - "21st Century Breakdown"
Lady GaGa - "The Fame"
Jonas Brothers - "Lines, Vines and Trying Times"
U2 - "No Line on the Horizon"
Arctic Monkeys - "Humbug"

Worst Band:
Green Day
Oasis
Jonas Brothers
Paramore
JLS

Best Album Artwork:
Muse - "The Resistance"
Green Day - "21st Century Breakdown"
Kasabian - "West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum"
The Cribs - "Ignore The Ignorant"
Manic Street Preachers - "Journal For Plague Lovers"


source: aceshowbiz

'Hope for Haiti' Compilation Album to Take No. 1 Spot on Hot 200

Powered by tracks performed by Taylor Swift, Justin Timberlake and Madonna, 'Hope for Haiti' album is estimated to break U.S. record.

Contrary to previous prediction which suggested Susan Boyle would return to the top slot of Billboard Hot 200, "Hope for Haiti" star-studded compilation album is estimated to rule the chart next week. The charity effort is suggested to easily pull in around 150,000 downloads.

This album will become the first digital-only album to rule the U.S. albums chart since its nearly 54-year history. It is slated to hit the online stores on January 27, featuring 20 singles performed by Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Justin Timberlake, Madonna and Jay-Z among others.

With "Hope for Haiti" album standing in its way to the top, "I Dreamed a Dream" is predicted to secure the runner-up position. The debut album from the "Britain's Got Talent" alum is said to add another 80,000 copies

Shakira's 'She Wolf' Gets Caught in Lawsuit

Art director Lee Swillingham, who designed the cover of Shakira's album 'She Wolf', has filed suit against Sony for owing him $64,000 for his services

The artist who designed the cover of Shakira's album "She Wolf" has filed suit against the pop star's label Sony - alleging company bosses owe him $64,000. Art director Lee Swillingham signed a $63,000 contract with the company in Spring 2009 for his services and was paid half the sum up front, reports the New York Post.

According to court documents, he earned $5,000 a day for extra work, totaling an additional $36,000. The contract included a clause stating Sony owes nothing if the record label isn't pleased with the final project.

Swillingham's lawyer, Sam Israel, has accused the company of falsely claiming it didn't find the work satisfactory while using the images Swillingham created for the album. A Sony spokesperson had not responded to requests for a comment as WENN went to press

source: aceshowbiz

Whitney Houston Maps Out 'Nothing But Love' World Tour

The 'I Look to You' singer will kick off the tour in South Korea next month before then hitting Japan, Australia and Europe.

In support of her comeback album "I Look to You", Whitney Houston is gearing up to travel across the globe for a world tour. Instead of kicking it off in the United States like many musicians do with their tour, she chooses to start it in Seoul, South Korea on February 6.

After having two live concerts in the country, Whitney will be flying to Japan from February 11 -18 and then heading to Australia from February 24 - March 7. Afterwards, she is going to Europe for a number of shows until June 10.

This marks Whitney's return to the road since her 1999 traveling show to promote her fourth studio album "My Love Is Your Love". Before she goes to Asia for the tour, a CD/DVD package titled "Whitney Houston (The Deluxe Anniversary Edition)" is released in the U.S. on January 26 as a celebration for her 25 years in the music business. The album includes a revamped version of her eponymous debut album "Whitney Houston" with five additional tracks.

"Nothing But Love" world tour dates:

Feb 06 - Seoul, South Korea at Olympic 1 Gymnasium
Feb 07 - Seoul, South Korea at Olympic 1 Gymnasium
Feb 11 - Tokyo, Japan at Saitama Super Arena
Feb 13 - Tokyo, Japan at Saitama Super Arena
Feb 14 - Tokyo, Japan at Saitama Super Arena
Feb 17 - Osaka, Japan at Osaka-Jo Hall
Feb 18 - Osaka, Japan at Osaka-Jo Hall
Feb 22 - Queensland, Australia at Brisbane Entertainment Centre
Feb 24 - Sydney, Australia at Acer Arena
Feb 27 - Hunter Valley, Australia at Hope Estate Winery
Mar 01 - Melbourne, Australia at Rod Laver Arena
Mar 06 - Perth, Australia at ME Bank Stadium
Mar 07 - Perth, Australia at ME Bank Stadium
Apr 06 - Paris, France at Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy
Apr 08 - Manchester, Great Britain at MEN Arena
Apr 09 - Manchester, Great Britain at MEN Arena
Apr 11 - Glasgow, Great Britain at SECC
Apr 13 - Birmingham, Great Britain at LG Arena
Apr 14 - Nottingham, Great Britain at Arena
Apr 17 - Dublin, Ireland at O2 Arena
Apr 18 - Dublin, Ireland at O2 Arena
Apr 20 - Dublin, Ireland at O2 Arena
Apr 22 - Newcastle, Great Britain at Metro Radio Arena
Apr 25 - London, Great Britain at O2 Arena
Apr 26 - London, Great Britain at O2 Arena
Apr 28 - London, Great Britain at O2 Arena
Apr 30 - Canary Islands at Autoridad Portuaria de Santa Cruz de Tenerife
May 03 - Milan, Italy at Forum
May 04 - Rome, Italy at PalaLottomatica
May 09 - Zurich, Switzerland at Hallenstadion
May 12 - Berlin, Germany at O2 World
May 13 - Leipzig, Germany at Arena Leipzig
May 16 - Hannover, Germany at TUI Arena
May 17 - Hamburg, Germany at Color Line Arena
May 19 - Vienna, Austria at Stadthalle
May 21 - Munich, Germany at Olympiahalle Munich
May 22 - Stuttgart, Germany at Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle
May 24 - Antwerp, Belgium at Sportpaleis
May 26 - Oberhausen, Germany at Konig Pilsener Arena
May 27 - Nuremberg, Germany at Nurnberger Versicherungen
May 29 - Mannheim, Germany at SAP Arena
May 31 - Frankfurt, Germany at Festhalle
Jun 03 - Copenhagen, Denmark at Forum
Jun 04 - Copenhagen, Denmark at Forum
Jun 06 - Stavanger, Norway at Stavanger Koncerthus
Jun 08 - Stockholm, Sweden at The Globe Arena
Jun 10 - Helsinki, Finland at Hartwall Arena

source: aceshowbiz

Simon Cowell already has helped launch quite a few musical careers




Simon Cowell already has helped launch quite a few musical careers -- from Susan Boyle to Leona Lewis to pretty much anyone on "American Idol" to an extent -- but now, he is setting his sights on a certain "Twilight" star by the name of Robert Pattinson.

Pattinson certainly does have some musical talent (he plays both the piano and guitar), but he is also is a little wary of taking the first offer out there from a big-name producer. A source told British publication The Sun that "Robert is reluctant to be turned into a pop star - and takes his music very seriously...He is a bit wary of signing up with Cowell who is, of course, associated with 'X Factor' and pop."

The paper also reports that, thanks to Cowell's involvement, there is now a bidding war breaking out over who gets to produce Pattinson's music. The kicker? These are all just offers, since the actor has yet to show that he's really that into going out on tour. Many big-name stars have attempted a musical career in the past, and while some (Jamie Foxx) found success others (Scarlett Johansson) floundered.

Do you think Robert Pattinson could be both a great singer and actor? Let me know your thoughts with a comment and stay tuned for more news.From:www.examiner.com

Let's get physical: Olivia Newton-John's daughter pictured cavorting with blonde girl in the street

Embrace: Chloe Lattanzi kisses a blonde friend outside a Hollywood club

Olivia Newton-John's troubled daughter looks set to cause her long-suffering mother yet more heartache after she was pictured cavorting with a blonde friend outside an LA nightspot.

Aspiring singer Chloe Lattanzi, 23, was seen kissing the girl behind a club in West Hollywood before she fell over on the ground.

Two photographers helped her into a taxi after she collapsed while trying to stand up on her own, onlookers said.


Better shape up: Chloe appears dazed after falling over
Chloe, the Grease star's daughter from her failed marriage to actor Matt Lattanzi, looked bedraggled in a ripped shirt showing her underwear and ripped jeans.


She stared wild eyed as she made an obscene gesture at paparazzi as she sat on the ground.

It comes a month after she was reported to have collapsed outside an LA strip club after bouncers allegedly turned her and a friend away for being too drunk.

She was thought to have won her battle against the eating disorder anorexia nervosa, which was rumoured to be the reason her budding pop career was put on hold for several years.

But her recent behaviour has sparked fears of a relapse.


Back on her feet: The aspiring singer is helped into a taxi by paparazzi


Chloe's problems are believed to stem from her difficult upbringing growing up in the shadow of her famous mother in Australia and the USA.

She has said in the past she had a lonley childhood while Newton-John, now 61, was busy with her own career following the success of the musical Grease and her 1981 chart hit Physical.

But she suffered a series of set-backs including a battle with breast cancer and the break up of her 11-year marriage to Chloe's father.

In 2005 Newton-John was devastated when her partner of nine years Patrick McDermott mysteriously vanished during a fishing trip off California, only for him to apparently reappear last year in Mexico with a changed name and dyed his hair.

Investigators said he had vanished to avoid debts and so his son could collect a £100,000 insurance payout.

She is now happily married to second husband John Easterling, an Australian entrepreneur.


'Frightened, nervous and anxious': Olivia Newton-John, seen at a Hollywood gala last week with her second husband John Easterling (left) and her Grease co-star John Travolta, has spoken of her daughter's battle with anorexia nervosa


In 2007 Newton-John told a US television show about her daughter's battle with anorexia, which emerged after she was pictured looking painfully thin.

She said: 'There was a time I was in denial about it, I have to admit that.

'You don't want to think anything could be wrong - that's not to say I wasn't frightened, nervous and anxious for her.'

Chloe, then 21, said that the illness had been a 'coping mechanism' for her, adding of her mother: 'I'm proud of her for talking about this. I think she's amazing.'


source: dailymail