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Kanye West Promises Jay-Z’s ‘Anti-Auto-Tune’ Blueprint 3 Will Be ‘Amazing’

26. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

‘We actually removed all the songs with Auto-Tune off of his album,’ West reveals.By Shaheem Reid

Kanye West

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NEW YORK — “Where amazing happens” doesn’t just take place on the NBA courts — it also happens in Kanye West’s studio. The Grammy winner says Jay-Z’s long-percolating Blueprint 3 will be well worth the [...]

Diddy, Russell Brand Offer Andy Samberg Sage Advice For Movie Awards

26. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

Don’t slam the Jonas Brothers, do ignore the teleprompter, former VMA hosts say.By Eric Ditzian

Diddy

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Since Dennis Miller emceed the inaugural MTV Movie Awards in 1992, “Saturday Night Live” has proven to be a fertile breeding ground for our awards-show hosts. “SNL” vets like Eddie Murphy, Jimmy Fallon and Mike Myers have since captained [...]

T.I. Begins Prison Sentence

26. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

Rapper will serve 366-day sentence on weapons conviction.By Jayson Rodriguez

T.I.

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T.I. turned himself in Tuesday (May 26) at an Arkansas federal prison, where the rapper will begin serving a 366-day sentence
stemming from his 2007 arrest for attempting to illegally purchase firearms in Atlanta.

According to several reports, Tip is now in custody at [...]

MTV Movie Awards Will Be ‘Edgy, Unpredictable,’ Mark Burnett Promises

26. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

Show airs Sunday at 9 p.m. ET on MTV.By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Lisa Gonzalez

Mark Burnett

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When it comes to this year’s MTV Movie Awards, executive producer Mark Burnett has left no stone unturned to make sure that everything from the host to the music to the movie clips are sure to dazzle [...]

Cam’ron Relishes ‘Competition’ From Rival Crew

26. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

Plus: Pitbull promises ‘a lot of surprises’ on his upcoming album, in Mixtape Daily.By Shaheem Reid, with additional reporting by Rahman Dukes

Cam’ron

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Apologies for no main pick Monday. Hey, guys, we were on vacation like most of you! Even the diligent duo (a trio, whenever J. Rod comes through) need a break sometime. But we [...]

Mike Tyson’s Daughter Exodus Critically Injured In Accident

26. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

The 4-year-old is in ‘extremely’ critical condition after getting tangled in a cord.By MTV News Staff

Mike Tyson

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The 4-year-old daughter of former heavyweight boxing champ Mike Tyson was critically injured on Monday in what police said was a tragic accident at home. According to Fox News, Exodus Tyson was found by her 7-year-old [...]

T.I. To Report To Prison Today

26. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

‘See y’all in 366 days,’ rapper tells fans at ‘Farewell’ concert in Atlanta Sunday night.By Gil Kaufman

T.I. performs at Philips Arena in Atlanta, GA, on Sunday

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On the eve of reporting to prison, T.I. (born Clifford Harris Jr.) bid farewell to his hometown fans on Sunday night at the Philips Arena in [...]

Cam’ron Relishes ‘Competition’ From Rival Crew

26. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

Plus: Pitbull promises ‘a lot of surprises’ on his upcoming album, in Mixtape Daily.By Shaheem Reid, with additional reporting by Rahman Dukes

Cam’ron

Photo: Asylum

Apologies for no main pick Monday. Hey, guys, we were on vacation like most of you! Even the diligent duo (a trio, whenever J. Rod comes through) need a break sometime. But we [...]

Nick Cannon Insists: No Beef With Eminem Over Mariah Carey Dis

22. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

‘I never even considered it as beef,’ Cannon says.By MTV News staff

Nick Cannon

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Nick Cannon was pretty steamed over Eminem’s brutal lampooning of the singer and his wife, Mariah Carey, in the song, “Bagpipes from Baghdad, which appears on Eminem’s new LP, Relapse. Cannon wrote and then quickly took down a long blog [...]

Kris Allen Still Thinks Adam Lambert Deserved To Win ‘American Idol’

22. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

‘He’s one of the most gifted performers I’ve ever met,’ the new champ says of his rival.By Katie Byrne

Kris Allen

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Kris Allen might have been a stranger to “American Idol” fans before the top 36 performance shows, but three months later, he was crowned the show’s new champion.

How did he do it? [...]

Ben Stiller To Receive Generation Award At MTV Movie Awards

22. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

Show airs live Sunday, May 31, at 9 p.m. ET.By Eric Ditzian

Ben Stiller

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Are you ready for a sneak peek at tomorrow’s blockbusters today? Check out our new series “Behind the Screen” Sunday night at 11 p.m. on MTV for the broadcast premiere of the “Brüno” trailer, an exclusive clip of Brad Pitt [...]

Paramore Move Beyond ‘Misery Business’ With New Album

22. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

‘This record, I felt a lot heavier,’ frontwoman Hayley Williams says of yet-untitled Riot! follow-up.By James Montgomery

Paramore’s Hayley Williams

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It is their biggest song, the one that put them on the map and got them to where they are today. But on their new album, Paramore are looking to put “Misery Business” [...]

Paramore Move Beyond ‘Misery Business’ With New Album

22. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

‘This record, I felt a lot heavier,’ frontwoman Hayley Williams says of yet-untitled Riot! follow-up.By James Montgomery

Paramore’s Hayley Williams

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It is their biggest song, the one that put them on the map and got them to where they are today. But on their new album, Paramore are looking to put “Misery Business” [...]

Jay-Z Leaves Def Jam

21. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

Jay is happy to be ‘a completely independent artist’ after buying out his contract.By Shaheem Reid

Jay-Z

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Now maybe we can get that Blueprint 3 album. Jay-Z has officially parted ways with his home for more than a decade, Def Jam. On Thursday morning (May 21), Hits Daily Double reported in its Rumor Mill section that [...]

Lawyer For Man Who Shot Dolla Claims Self-Defense

21. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

Howard K. Price says his client feared for his life.By Gil Kaufman

Dolla

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The attorney representing the man accused of shooting and killing Atlanta rapper Dolla in Los Angeles on Monday claims that his client acted in self-defense.

“If somebody has a reasonable perception that he is in danger of bodily injury or death, [...]

Kris Allen’s Friends Are ‘Freakin’ Happy’ About ‘American Idol’ Win

21. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

‘We lost it, we screamed, we jumped, we cried,’ says Allen’s college roommate, who went to the finale.By Gil Kaufman

Friends of Kris Allen in Conway, Arkansas

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Kris Allen’s friends knew he was going to win “American Idol.” They said so more than a month ago when MTV News visited Conway, Arkansas, and they proudly [...]

Drake Denies Romance With Rihanna

21. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

‘[She's] just a friend, that’s all,’ Drake says.By Shaheem Reid

Drake

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Drake didn’t sound all that convincing, but he’s sticking to his story.

The fast-rising rapper/singer called in to New York’s Hot 97 Thursday morning (May 21) and denied gossip that he and Rihanna are an “item.”

On Wednesday, the New York Post published an item [...]

Alchemist Says Touring With Eminem Is On ‘Another Level’

21. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

‘Rolling with Em is the best,’ says DJ/producer, who also nabbed Slim Shady for his upcoming compilation album.By Shaheem Reid

Alchemist

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Alchemist has reached the top. He’s backing Eminem as Slim Shady’s DJ during the Detroit legend’s recent promo run.

“We did a bunch of shows in Europe. It was incredible, amazing,” Alchemist told MTV News [...]

Kris Allen Reassures Adam Lambert Fans: ‘He’s Gonna Be A Megastar’

21. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

‘He’s probably gonna be bigger than me, so don’t worry about him,’ Allen tells MTV News ‘American Idol’ expert Jim Cantiello.By Katie Byrne, with reporting by Jim Cantiello

Kris Allen talks to MTV News after season eight’s “Idol” finale

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“American Idol” fans might have been surprised by Kris Allen’s victory over Adam Lambert on Wednesday [...]

Adam Lambert On Rumors: ‘Blogs Have A Lot Of Opinions, Don’t They?’

21. 05. 2009  –  Categoria: MTV News Celebrity - » MTV News Celebrity

‘Kris won because he’s a great artist, and I was happy to be a runner-up to that,’ Lambert says backstage at ‘American Idol’ finale.By Katie Byrne

Adam Lambert speaks to the press after the final results show

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LOS ANGELES — Adam Lambert has to be a little annoyed that the “American Idol” crown slipped through [...]