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Can We Please Stop With the Ricky Gervais Hate?

Posted 9/19/11 11:38 am EST by in Emmy


Ricky Gervais

Enough is enough. One of the big jokes at last night's Emmy Awards came at the expense of British "Office" star Ricky Gervais. Gervais was famously rough on some of Hollywood's biggest stars when he hosted this year's Golden Globes and has been getting shamed for it ever since.

Gervais introduced the Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series category with a pre-taped, heavily (and purposefully) edited segment that made light of the controversy that followed his Globes hosting gig – which reportedly got Gervais banned from hosting duties at the Globes indefinitely. Afterward, Emmy host Jane Lynch added, "Poor little Ricky Gervais. Someone didn't get enough hugs from mommy and somehow it's Hollywood's fault."

Jeez! Is it just us, or is all the hate Gervais has received since the Globes pretty ridiculous? Sure, his jokes were cutting, but at least they were funny (something Lynch and the Emmys mostly missed out on being), and the fact that Hollywood just can't move on only hits home that, as a community, Hollywood has no sense of humor about itself whatsoever.

This isn't a surprise, of course – Hollywood is notoriously thin-skinned – but it's also kind of exhausting because, well, nobody really cares that Ricky Gervais made fun of Robert Downey Jr. and Angelina Jolie nearly nine months ago. No one except awards show writers, that is, and they just will not let it go. Read More...

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Kate Winslet And Taylor Swift Can't Believe Anyone Would Give Them An Award (Despite Having Won Many Awards)

Posted 9/19/11 9:14 am EST by in Emmy


Kate Winslet

Last night, Kate Winslet won the Emmy for Lead Actress in a Miniseries or Made for Television Movie for her riveting turn in HBO's "Mildred Pierce." When the actress's name was called, she leapt out of her seat, jumped around, ran up and down the aisle hugging costar Evan Rachel Wood and director Todd Haynes ("Far From Heaven") and took the stage claiming she was certain that she and her acclaimed miniseries wouldn't win anything.

You'd think she'd never won anything before.

As usual, Winslet was adorable on stage, she was excited and seemed truly surprised by her win. But watching the deserving actress claim her prize, we couldn't help but think of another awards darling who takes home the gold just about every times she's nominated but just can't believe anyone would ever show her a little love. We're talking, of course, about Taylor Swift.

Somebody needs to get Kate the Great and Taylor a fainting couch, because they simply can't believe anyone would give them an award for anything – you know, despite the many, many awards they've taken home in the past. We're not mocking Winslet or Swift; both seem genuinely surprised (though, it's worth noting that Kate Winslet is quite the actress – that's why she picks up so much hardware) at all the praise, and even if some of the vapors the starlets conjure are for show, they are certainly thankful for the recognition. After the jump, check out some video of Swift being surprised every time her name is called. Read More...

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Our 2011 Emmy Predictions!

Posted 9/16/11 4:17 pm EST by in Emmy


TV's biggest night is almost here!

On Sunday night, the biggest stars in TV will gather at Los Angeles' Nokia Theatre for the 2011 Emmy Awards. Music and movies are more our beat here in the MTV Newsroom, but just like everyone else, we love TV. So it's with great pleasure that we bring you our predictions for who will take home television's top honors at this year's show.

We decided we'd have a little fun with our guesses this year and asked our brothers (and sister!) in blogging to help us out so we could arrive at a Newsroom consensus for who we think will take home awards in the top categories. We also decided to bring you all into the fun with two polls – Best Comedy Series and Best Drama Series – to test your TV acumen. Check back Monday morning to see how you (and we) did!

Welcome MTV Movies Blog editor Josh Wigler, Hollywood Crush editor Amy Wilkinson and Multiplayer Blog editor Russ Frushtick to the conversation. They've made their picks and so have I, so let's check out the MTV Newsroom predictions for this year's Emmys and be sure to vote in our Emmy polls, after the jump! Read More...

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With 'The X Factor' Looming, Here's A Breakdown Of All The Reality Singing Competitions

Posted 9/16/11 2:15 pm EST by in American Idol, Television


After months of hype and headlines, Simon Cowell’s "X Factor" is finally debuting in America next week. The question is: Will anyone care?

In the past year, our DVRs have been filled to the max with reality singing competitions, from the revamped (J. Lo on a kinder, gentler "American Idol") to the remixed ("The Voice" has swivel chairs, you guys) to the reviled (ugh, "Karaoke Battle USA"). These days, the casual TV viewer needs a doctorate in “Reality TV” to keep track of all the various karaoke contests.

So, as a public service to fellow confused and overwhelmed TV addicts, I’ve broken down all the shows that are sure to feature overwrought renditions of Alicia Keys' songs and judges sipping from sponsored soda cups. (Example: "Idol" is Coke, "X Factor" is Pepsi. "The Sing Off" is…Coke 2?)

Practice your scales, warm up your pipes and dig in!

American Idol

"American Idol"
Season 11 premieres on Fox in January
Premise: Small town folks with big voices get plucked from obscurity
Weepy Judge: J Lo, although we’re not buying it
Hard Ass Judge: Randy, although we’re not buying it
Token Genre Judge: Rock legend Steven Tyler, although we’re not sure he knows that he’s on television half the time
Host’s Greatest Asset: Seacrest’s bank account.
Guest mentors: Ranging from the A-list (OH MY GAGA!) to the A-list…from the '90s (Babyface!)
Prize: $1 million contract with Universal; destined to play state fairs for years to come
Do the Judges Mentor: Nope. Nor do they judge. Everyone’s brilliant and amazing!
Ratings: #1 show on TV, performance shows averaged almost 26 million viewers a week!
Age Range: 15-29
Recent Backstage Drama: Producers bickering in the press with Simon Cowell, J.Lo contract negotiations, PIA TOSCANO AND MARK BALLAS SPLIT OMG.
Biggest Star(s): The Holy Idol Trinity of Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood and Chris Daughtry.

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Rick Ross Owns The Stage At Vice Upfront Party

Posted 9/16/11 1:15 pm EST by in Concerts, Rick-Ross


By Rya Baker

An upfront is a strange animal. By (loose) definition, it's a meeting in late May hosted by television network executives to entice advertisers into buying ad time during the network's shows, both old and new, and wooing press into writing about said programming.

Last night, Vice, the growing media empire that started some 17 years ago as a free, Montreal-based magazine, did things a little differently at their "Full Frontal Vice" party. In addition to celebrating the acquisition of the domain name www.vice.com (which was once, yes, a porn site), a short film was screened displaying the company's new journalistic endeavors, which will be featured on the company's new Internet HQ along with content being parsed to such global partners as the Huffington Post in the US and The Guardian in the UK. An HBO show, set to go into production this fall, was also announced.

Sure, press was there (hi!) and men in suits made appearances, but also on hand at Brooklyn's One Hanson Place were strippers, a brief presentation given by Vice CEO Shane Smith on how the company's growth was inspired by the business model of Internet porn, and some big bands (and one Boss) came through to help the celebrations. Read More...

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An Imagined Conversation About Marriage With Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie And Jennifer Aniston

Posted 9/16/11 11:59 am EST by in Celebrity


Our close personal friend Brad Pitt is backtracking on some comments he made to Parade magazine about his relationship with ex-wife Jennifer Aniston. Per usual, people are dissecting his words and projecting their personal feelings about his divorce from Aniston and his relationship with Angelina Jolie onto his quotes.

Since we refuse to get involved in tabloid bulls**t and create more fan fiction out of a six-years-dead marriage (the more you know: Pitt and Aniston divorced SIX years ago), we decided to bite the bullet and call up Angie Jo and William Bradley for comment. (Note: We did not call Brad Pitt or Angelina Jolie.) Much to our surprise, Brad happily conferenced in Jen – they really do have an "important relationship," y'all – and we got the real story.

(We did not get the real story. All quotes are courtesy of previous interviews Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie and Jennifer Aniston have given on the topic.)

John Mitchell, editor, MTV Newsroom Blog: Hey Brad, how are you?

Brad Pitt, famously attractive actor: "I’m satisfied with making true choices and finding the woman I love, Angie, and building a family that I love so much."

Mitchell: That's great. What's the word, Angie?

Angelina Jolie, temptress, world-famous humanitarian, Oscar-winning actress: "I don't trust anyone." (source)

Mitchell: Girl, don't be like that! I imagine all this press is infuriating six years later. Do you need a hug?

Jolie: "I'm not a hugger. It's something that I have a hard time with. If someone hugs me, I hold my breath. Snuggling, cuddling, hugging, crying ... all that stuff makes me very uncomfortable."

Mitchell: Noted.

Jennifer Aniston, America's sweetheart, successful film actress, smartwater spokesperson: "Hello."

Mitchell: Jen! Thanks for calling in. How are things?

Aniston: "Am I lonely? Yes. Am I upset? Yes. Am I confused? Yes. Do I have my days when I’ve thrown a little pity party for myself? Absolutely. But I’m also doing really well." (source) Read More...

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Hey Kat Von D: 'The Hills' Had Lady Gaga Back In 2008 Too!

Posted 9/16/11 9:19 am EST by in Lady Gaga, The Hills


It seems some old-school footage of Lady Gaga in 2008 getting inked by Kat Von D has made its way onto the Internet. As the season finale of Kat's show "L.A. Ink" wrapped up last night, E! News decided to uncover some footage of the one and only Mother Monster, blue latex spandex and all, getting a tat from the reality star.

So we decided to dig up some footage of Gaga from back in the day as well. That's right; we're bringing you footage of Gaga getting her zipper fixed by LC and Whitney, as she prepares to take the stage. It's from the same year as the Kat footage, 2008, when Gaga was in the early stages of her world domination. And, yes, she's wearing more latex. The girl really, really likes latex. We mean, she does look good in it.

"You know Lady Gaga; we put her on 'The Hills.' Do you remember that? Nobody remembers," Kelly Cutrone told us. "MTV has got to take credit for this right now because People's Revolution put Lady Gaga on TV before anybody ... She's on there and Lauren or Whitney, I think, they break her jumpsuit and you barely see me on this episode. I was hanging in the backroom."

Don't mind if we do, Kelly. Sorry, Kat! Read More...

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Justin Bieber Enlists Boyz II Men: A Cheat Sheet

Posted 9/15/11 4:30 pm EST by in Justin Bieber


Justin Bieber Boyz II Men

It's a big year for Boyz II Men. The guys who brought Motown Philly back again are all over the place in 2011. They appeared in Justin Bieber's "Never Say Never" flick earlier this year, then they popped up in sample-form on Beyonce's super fantastic 4 track "Countdown" and now the guys made the cut for Bieber's forthcoming holiday album.

In addition to working with some of the biggest artists of the new millennium, the guys will also be back with their own album next month, the aptly titled Twenty, celebrating their long and prosperous run in the industry. It's out October 25.

Having grown up listening to and loving the guys, we totally appreciate Bieber's fandom for them. In fact, their new album looks to the future, but also pays homage to their past thanks to some updated versions of their classic tunes. But where was Bieber when those tracks were released? Read More...

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Demi Lovato Releases Missy Elliott, Timbaland Track 'Up All Night'

Posted 9/15/11 3:00 pm EST by in Demi Lovato


"I'm lovin' what you're doing," Demi Lovato proclaims on her latest released track, "Up All Night," off her album Unbroken, which drops in just a few days.

In addition to Demi's sassy, flirty self, the song also features Timbaland and Missy Elliott, who also produced/wrote the song for the pop princess. The track isn't bubble gum pop. It's a pure R&B party jam that would sound perfect on 90's radio.

The track's chorus is super infectious and fun. Demi tells her love interest, "Don't make plans / Come home we'll stay up all night long / I want you bad / Let's keep the party going all night long." Her vocals play well with Tim's vocoded beat box that runs through the entire track. And, Demi's sassy lyrics are only matched by Missy's sassier rhyme, where she spits lines like "You talking how I like / You play daddy, I'll play wife."

While it's certainly a step toward a more mature sound for the 19-year-old, she recently insisted to MTV News that her sound is still intended for her fans of all ages. "The song that Missy and I did together, Timbaland's actually on it, too, and it's fun," she said. "It's about staying up all night long and singing it to the boy that you like, and it's flirty and fun and it's not too grown-up, but it's grown-up enough." Read More...

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A Beatle-rific Wedding Playlist For Potential Groom Paul McCartney

Posted 9/15/11 1:30 pm EST by in Celebrity, Weddings


Paul McCartney

Rock legend Paul McCartney may be getting married to longtime girlfriend Nancy Shevell this weekend. Or maybe he isn't. The gossip rags can't seem to keep their story straight. But, you know, mazel tov to the happy couple either way!

McCartney and Shevell announced their engagement in May and have been together for four years. If the pair do walk down the aisle, it will be McCartney's third marriage. The Beatle first wed in 1969 and lived happily with his wife Linda until her death from breast cancer in 1998. Four years later, he married former model Heather Mills.

His marriage to Mills was pretty tumultuous. After the couple separated in the spring of 2006, Mills began airing their problems publicly and gave interviews blaming the breakdown of their union on Paul's award-winning fashion designer daughter Stella McCartney. Mills and Macca fought bitterly in court over money, property and custody of their daughter, Beatrice. The whole thing was pretty gross and unfortunate for everyone involved. If McCartney is indeed planning to marry Shevell this weekend, he is a brave man indeed … The Mills incident would have turned us off marriage entirely forever.

And while we're sure Paul isn't the kind of guy who jams to his own songs on a regular basis, The Beatles released some truly great wedding songs. From "Love Me Do" to "In My Life," there's something for everyone! Read More...

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