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Rihanna Preps Fancy Footwork For 'Where Have You Been' Video

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:49:17 +0100

'I was never going to shoot this video if I couldn't do choreography,' Rihanna says in behind-the-scenes video montage.

'The Lucky One': The Reviews Are In!

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:49:17 +0100

Critics find Zac Efron film to be typical Nicholas Sparks fare.

Mini Kanye Struts In Unofficial 'Way Too Cold' Video

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:49:15 +0100

Fan-directed video stars grade-schooler rapping lyrics to West song.

Dear Beyonce: Why We Love You Till The End Of Time

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:49:14 +0100

Above the Buzz pays homage to Queen B after the singer pens a few heartfelt letters to her own idols.

'N---as In Paris' Producer Hit-Boy Has Plans To Rap

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:49:13 +0100

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Wiz Khalifa, Mac Miller, Kendrick Lamar Bring Worlds Together On Tour

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:49:12 +0100

Wiz Khalifa tells MTV News what fans can expect when the threesome hit the road this summer.

The Wanted Want Your Vote In Battle Of The Boy Bands

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:49:11 +0100

Round-one voting opens Monday —

Justin Bieber And Selena Gomez 'Not Engaged,' Rep Says

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:49:11 +0100

Manager Scooter Braun tells US Weekly that Bieber's management team was 'laughing' when they heard the engagement rumors.

'That's My Boy' A 'Throwback' To Early Adam Sandler

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:49:10 +0100

'Adam Sandler has always been one of my comedy idols, so to get to work with him was really fun,' Will Forte tells MTV News.

Taylor Swift To Play Joni Mitchell?

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:49:09 +0100

Country superstar is linked to the role in the film adaptation of Sheila Weller's book 'Girls Like Us.'

'A Voice' In Nicki Minaj's Head Told Her To Quit Twitter

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:49:07 +0100

'I had 11 million followers and I hope they will wait for me,' Minaj says, hinting at a return to the site.

Tim Burton's 'Dark Shadows': Just How Dark Is It?

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:49:07 +0100

Early chatter indicates a film in the vein of 'Sleepy Hollow' with both farcical and 'full-bodied horror' elements.

Olivia Munn A 'Voyeur' On The 'Magic Mike' Set

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:49:06 +0100

Munn especially loved co-star Matt Bomer's bum: 'I just want to make wishes on it, it's so beautiful.'

Will Ferrell, Zach Galifianakis Are 'Deluded Losers' In 'The Campaign'

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:49:04 +0100

Director Jay Roach tells MTV News the comedy takes win-at-all-costs politics to an 'absurd degree.'

Zac Efron Reveals Best Music For Setting The Mood

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:49:03 +0100

'Phil Collins,' 'Lucky One' star deadpans to MTV News.

'Bridget Jones 3' Script In The Works, Hugh Grant Confirms

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:49:02 +0100

Leading man tells MTV News he expects 'more fisticuffs' with Colin Firth.

Slaughterhouse Release Snippet Of 'Hammer Dance' Video

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:49:01 +0100

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Blake Lively, Taylor Kitsch Are 'Savages' In Oliver Stone's Latest

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:49:00 +0100

'She is beautiful and she is sexy.

'Magic Mike': Male Stripper Weighs In On Channing Tatum's Moves

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:48:59 +0100

New York dancer gives MTV News his professional opinion on how authentic the 'Magic Mike' trailer is.

'Catching Fire': Why Hiring Francis Lawrence Makes Sense

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 06:48:58 +0100

We examine the director's qualifications for the second installment in the 'Hunger Games' series.

J.K. Rowling's 'Blackly Comic' Post-Potter Book Gets Release Date

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:35 +0100

'The Casual Vacancy,' Rowling's first adult novel, will be released on September 27.

More One Direction Name Suggestions: Direction 2.0, It's Complicated

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:33 +0100

Following the lawsuit from a same-named band, your Twitter suggestions for a new name keep pouring in!
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Scarlett Johansson Is 'Just Happy To Be Alive' After 'The Avengers'

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:33 +0100

'They beat the crap out of me,' actress tells MTV News about her most formidable opponent.

Taylor Swift's Road To Rap: T-Swizzle To B.o.B's 'Both Of Us'

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:32 +0100

MTV News takes a look at Swift's hip-hop history, leading up to her track with the Strange Clouds rapper.

Swizz Beatz, A$AP Rocky 'Make History' On 'Street Knock'

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:31 +0100

Allen Iverson joins duo for first video from Swizz's upcoming Limitless mixtape, featuring Nas, Rick Ross, DMX and the Lox.

President Obama Calls Kanye West A 'Jackass' ... Again

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:30 +0100

Obama also tells The Atlantic he prefers Jay-Z to 'Ye, 'Although I like Kanye.

One Directioner Niall Horan's Half-Eaten Toast Sells For $100K

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:28 +0100

From Bieber's lovely locks to ScarJo's used tissue, MTV News looks back at the most outrageous celebrity auctions so far.

An Open Letter To Axl Rose And Guns N' Roses Fans Everywhere

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:27 +0100

Our columnist comes out in support of the last remaining rock star after Axl's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame kiss-off.

Axl Rose Isn't First To Blast Rock And Roll Hall of Fame

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:26 +0100

Black Sabbath, Kiss and the Sex Pistols have also blasted the institution.

Should Taylor Swift And One Direction's Harry Styles Date?

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:26 +0100

Fans had very strong reactions when MTV News reported about the rumored couple.

Carly Rae Jepsen Answers Your Twitter Questions!

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:25 +0100

'Call Me Maybe' singer covers everything from her first impression of Justin Bieber to whether she believes in love at first sight.

Nicki Minaj's Roman Reloaded Was Initially Hard-Core Rap

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:24 +0100

But the pop-heavy LP is 'a lot better than how we planned,' Nicki's pal-turned-co-executive producer Safaree 'SB' Samuels tells MTV News.

Nick Jonas, Michael Urie Reveal 'How To Succeed' In Anything

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:23 +0100

'Be humble and be good to people on the way up,' 'How to Succeed in Business ...'

'RJ Berger' Star Paul Iacono Came Out For 'Gay Pride'

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:22 +0100

'It's our duty to the community to step forward and be vocal,' actor tells MTV News.

Rihanna Ends Interview After Love-Life Questions

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:21 +0100

Pop star halts Australian interview when she's asked about her personal life.

Justin Bieber Goes Country? Taylor Swift Joins JB In Studio

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:20 +0100

'You know, the whole album is just so different, there's so many different people collaborating,' Bieber says of Believe.

'American Idol' Judges Save Jessica Sanchez

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:19 +0100

On a wild results show, front-runners Sanchez and Joshua Ledet face elimination, with the judges using their save to spare the diva.

'Looper' Trailer: Five Key Scenes

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:19 +0100

Joseph Gordon-Levitt stares down his older self (Bruce Willis) in sneak peek of the time-traveling thriller.

'American Idol' Report Card: Jessica Sanchez, Joshua Ledet On Top

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:18 +0100

Remaining seven get current Wednesday night, taking on hits from this decade with surprisingly great results.

Boy-Band Romance Rumors: Joe Jonas Dating A Model?

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 06:34:17 +0100

As Jonas is photographed with Brazilian model Jessica Pott, rumors swirl about One Direction's Harry Styles and the Wanted's Max George.

Can 'American Reunion' Or 'Titanic' Top 'Hunger Games' At The Box Office?

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:22 +0100

We speak to box-office experts about whether the 'Games' will continue to rule over the weekend.

Is 'American Idol' Judges' Advice Sabotaging The Finalists?

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:22 +0100

'She seems to lose confidence by the week,' said 'Idol' blogger MJ Santilli about Hollie Cavanagh.

Exclusive: 'Hip Hop POV' Preview Kicks Off Tonight!

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:21 +0100

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Alicia Keys, Swizz Beatz Share Intimate Details With Vibe

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:20 +0100

The couple open up about their first encounter 14 years ago and how a credit card mix-up sparked a romance.

One Direction List Justin Timberlake As 'SNL' Favorite

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:18 +0100

'This is our kind of show,' Niall Horan tells MTV News in between rehearsals for band's appearance on show.

Rachel Crow To Make TV Comeback On 'Fred: The Show'

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:18 +0100

'X Factor' finalist will make her Nickelodeon debut as Starr, an eccentric, big-voiced teenager.

Katy Perry's 'Part Of Me' Film Inspired By Madonna

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:17 +0100

Perry says Madge's 'Truth or Dare' is 'amazing, because it caught her at a time when she was a bit more vulnerable.'

Morgan Page's In The Air Aims 'Square At Dance Floor'

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:10 +0100

Fifth album, released Tuesday, features Tegan and Sara on 'Body Work.'

'Dark Shadows' Score A Far Cry From Slapstick Trailer

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:10 +0100

Is Tim Burton's vampire flick darker than the campy trailer had us believe?
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Jack White's 'Sixteen Saltines' Video Director Talks Kids And 'Stunt Booze'

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:09 +0100

AG Rojas tells MTV News the eye-catching new clip 'is pretty ridiculous,' no matter what critics have to say.

DeAndre Brackensick: 'Idol' Viewers Love Or Hate My Voice

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:08 +0100

'Back in the day, everybody was a falsetto singer;

Kanye West's 'Mercy' Looks G.O.O.D. On 2 Chainz's Resume

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:07 +0100

Kanye, Big Sean, Pusha T and 2 Chainz unite on new G.O.O.D.

Jennifer Lopez Has History Of Flaunting Her Men In Videos

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:06 +0100

Following J.Lo's

Nicki Minaj 'Blacked Out' On Hit-Boy's Reloaded Tracks

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:05 +0100

Producer talks to MTV News about 'Come on a Cone' and 'I Am Your Leader,' the two songs he did for Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded.

The Wanted Tease Guest MC, Video For 'Chasing The Sun'

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:04 +0100

'There's an American rapper, potentially, and he's very good and I can't mention who he is,' Tom Parker hints to MTV News.

One Direction: They Can Sing, But Can They Act?

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:04 +0100

The band will make their acting debut on 'iCarly' Saturday, the same night they take the 'SNL' stage.

Drake And Rihanna's 'Take Care' Video: Frozen Planet

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:03 +0100

After years in the wilderness, Drake finally makes a video for the ages.

Nicki Minaj Turns Good Friday To Pink Friday At Secret Show

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:02 +0100

Young Money MC rocks her hometown with a surprise concert in the middle of New York's Times Square.

Fedde Le Grand Headlines Steampunk Cosmic Opera Act II

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:01 +0100

NYC EDM event also features Felix Cartal, Zedd, Funkagenda, aerialists and LED screens.

Drake Invites Us To His 'Re-Bar Mitzvah' In 'HYFR' Video

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 07:05:00 +0100

Lil Wayne, Trey Songz, Birdman and DJ Khaled are along for the ride in celebratory clip.

Nas Chose Producers Who Were 'Gonna Be There' For Life Is Good

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:29:00 +0100

Salaam Remi, No I.D.,

One Direction's Super Saturdays: Kids' Choice And 'SNL'

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:59 +0100

Niall Horan gushes to MTV News about the British boy band's big American TV performances.

Whitney Houston's Hotel Room Had Traces Of Cocaine

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:58 +0100

Police found some cocaine residue when they searched the singer's room following her death in February.

Rihanna Sneaks A Peek Of Drake's 'Take Care' Video

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:57 +0100

'I can't wait to see what all my fans think,' RiRi tells Capital FM of upcoming clip.

Whitney Houston's Death Left Jordin Sparks In 'Shock'

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:57 +0100

'American Idol' alum talks to Entertainment Weekly about working with the late legend on their upcoming movie 'Sparkle.'

Usher's Looking For Myself Due June 11

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:56 +0100

Singer announces that he's teamed up with Salaam Remi, Rico Love, Jim Jonsin and Max Martin for his latest album.

Heejun Han Soothes Jennifer Lopez After 'Idol' Exit: 'It's OK, Baby'

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:54 +0100

'Those judges suck, but Jennifer is awesome,' latest 'American Idol' castoff laughs to MTV News.

'Game Of Thrones' Season Two: Hopes And Fears

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:53 +0100

From Tyrion Lannister's wobbly fate to Daenerys Targaryen's newborn dragons, the MTV News team runs down their hopes and fears
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'Hunger Games': Why The Box-Office Odds Are In Its Favor

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:52 +0100

Riding high off its $150 million debut, experts predict that 'Hunger Games' isn't going to slow down anytime soon.

Kids' Choice Awards 2012: 5 Things We're Dying To See

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:51 +0100

Katy Perry and One Direction's performances, Will Smith's hosting skills and more have us pumped for Saturday night.

Justin Bieber Promises Fire And Ice In 'Boyfriend' Video

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:50 +0100

'I think people are going to be really surprised,' Bieber tells MTV News on the set of the 'unique' video.

Trayvon Martin's Hoodie Is Not The Issue, Rappers Say

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:49 +0100

'People are starting to identify this culture of people by their clothing ...

'X Factor' Finalist Marcus Canty's New Single 'Strictly For The Ladies'

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:49 +0100

While 'Won't Make a Fool Out of You' will appear on 'Think Like a Man' soundtrack, Canty is also at work on debut LP.

Justin Bieber, 'Watch Your Back': Carly Rae Jepsen Loves Pranks Too!

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:48 +0100

'I'm going to give him a run for his money,' Bieber protégé

'Hip Hop Squares': New Game Show Coming To MTV2!

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:46 +0100

Nick Cannon, Mac Miller and Fat Joe will help put fresh spin on iconic 'Hollywood Squares' with new show, set to premiere May 22.

98 Degrees Reuniting: Which Other Boy Bands Should Follow Suit?

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:45 +0100

O-Town, 'NSYNC make our list of boy bands that should get back together.

'Game Of Thrones' Season Two: The Reviews Are In!

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:43 +0100

Critics are raving about new season, with one reviewer describing HBO fantasy series as 'spiritual heir' to 'The Sopranos.'

'Twins' May Find Long-Lost Triplet In Eddie Murphy

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:42 +0100

Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito may reunite for 'Triplets,' the sequel to the 1988 comedy 'Twins.'

'Mirror Mirror': The Reviews Are In!

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:41 +0100

Critics agree the Snow White adaptation is 'not the fairest of them all.'

Evanescence, Green Day, Tokio Hotel, My Chemical Romance: Musical March Madness Final Four!

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 06:28:40 +0100

After three weeks of battles, one of these four will take home the MMM title;

Justin Bieber Takes A 'Leap' With 'Boyfriend'

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:34 +0100

'He's an incredible, incredible writer and amazing vocalist,' producer Mike Posner tells MTV News about Bieber's new single.

Katy Perry Reissue Is Teenage Dream 'With A Face-Lift'

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:32 +0100

Perry closes the Dream chapter with Complete Confection.

'Hunger Games' Sequel 'Catching Fire': Five Burning Questions

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:31 +0100

We can't help but look forward to the next film based on Suzanne Collins' best-sellers.

Madonna Slammed By Deadmau5 In Expletive-Filled Rant

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:30 +0100

Shortly after her appearance at Ultra Music Festival, Deadmau5 calls Madge a 'f---ing idiot' on his Facebook page.

'Game Of Thrones' Season Two: 10 Things You Need To Know

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:29 +0100

From Ned's beheading to Tyrion's tumultuous journey, we recount the key moments to remember heading into Sunday's premiere.

'Hunger Games' Ignites Box Office: Experts Weigh In

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:26 +0100

One box-office watcher tells MTV News the book adaptation was 'the hottest party around and nobody wanted to be left out.'

Miley Cyrus, Liam Hemsworth Not Engaged

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:25 +0100

'I'm not engaged.

Should 'Dark Knight Rises' Take Cues From 'Hunger Games'?

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:24 +0100

Batman and Katniss duke it out to be champion of the 2012 box office, in The Weekly Rising.

Fergie And Josh Duhamel Don't Want Kids 'This Second'

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:20 +0100

'But we want to have a family, so that is in the cards,' singer tells MTV News.

'Hunger Games': Five Best Scenes Not In The Movie

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:19 +0100

We recognize the big-screen adaptation's time constraints, but we missed these moments from the book.

Steve Angello Proves 'Size' Matters As Miami Music Week Wraps

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:18 +0100

Size Records label head packs his lineup with all-star beatsmiths like Max Vangeli, AN21 and Junior Sanchez at closing show.

Madonna Fans Weigh In On MDNA

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:14 +0100

One fan says her latest album 'proves once again that Madonna is still the Queen of Pop,' while others prefer her previous works.

Bobby Brown Arrested On Suspicion Of DUI

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:13 +0100

TMZ reports Brown was taken into custody Monday afternoon in California.

'American Idol' A 'Constant Struggle' For Erika Van Pelt

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:10 +0100

'I think a lot of your fate rides on what sort of light [the judges] shed on you,' latest castoff tells MTV News.

'Secret Life' Star Shailene Woodley Talks 'Ups And Downs' Of Season Four

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:09 +0100

Golden Globe-nominated actress also opens up about when she might be looking for her next movie role.

Nas To Make His First-Ever Appearance On 'RapFix Live'

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:08 +0100

Atlanta MC Killer Mike will also stop by on Wednesday at 4 p.m.

Lil Wayne More Than Answers Mac Miller's 'Question'

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:06 +0100

'I wanted to make sure I got Wayne on something that was heartfelt,' Mac tells MTV News of Macadelic standout.

'The Voice' Unveils 24 Finalists Before Going Live

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:05 +0100

Cee Lo appears most moved by his teams' performances as he breaks into tears during rehearsals.

Jimmy Kimmel As Emmy Host: 4 Things He Should Do

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:05 +0100

We'd love to see 'TV Movie: The TV Movie' trailer, a musical number and a Handsome Men's Club meeting.

Paramore, 30 Seconds To Mars Battle In Sweet 16 Of Musical March Madness

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 06:17:04 +0100

Linkin Park goes head-to-head with Evanescence in another huge contest ...