November 07, 2009

Mariah Carey's "H.A.T.E.U." video shoot on Malibu beach, California indeed has been wrapped. However, director Brett Ratner still needs another shoot and thus took Mariah and his crew to New York City on November 6 for another filming process.

Unlike the Malibu set which witnessed Mariah sporting a white bikini and black silk swimsuit, the NYC video shoot sees her rocking a black leather jacket matched with a pair of heeled boots. Premiere date for the video is still unclear.

Going from a sweet to a bad girl, Betty gets herself a tattoo, drives fast, drinks a lot and rips a guy's front shirt open. In the next "Ugly Betty", Adam Rodriguez guest stars as the bad boy who makes Betty and Hilda's hearts beat fast. Bobby Talercio was Hilda's high school flame and Betty's schoolgirl crush.

Bobby teaches at Justin's school, causing the sisters to both doubt their feelings for "nice guys" - such as Archie, in Hilda's case. Justin is struggling to fit in at high school, so Marc advises him to befriend the mean girl-type cheerleaders, including Ava. Meanwhile Daniel introduces Amanda to the Community of the Phoenix, as he's lured deeper into its clutches by Bennett and Natalie; and Wilhemina takes a drastic step to find money for Nico's blackmail payment.

More never-before-seen footage of the Na'vi world, Pandora, from the much awaited "Avatar" have been unraveled through a brand new TV spot. The fresh made-for-television promo video was aired Friday, November 6 on Cartoon Network and presents a look at the exotic flowers and beasts found in the world away from the Earth.

A slew of promo videos for this sci-fi movie has been continually made available for viewing pleasure ever since its official domestic trailer was released on Thursday morning, October 29. The latest one was the Japanese trailer. Although shorter than the three minutes U.S. trailer, the sneak peek reeled in more glimpses at Pandora and the Na'vi.

The latest celebs who become the targets of dating rumors are Adam Brody and Dianna Agron. The twosome ignited romance talks after they were spotted hanging out together in Long Island, New York on Friday morning, November 6.

An onlooker who saw the pair inside the Starbucks tells OK! Magazine, "They were really in there quite some time. I figured it would just be an in-and-out visit. But they settled in to chat for nearly an hour." A local who also witnessed Adam and Dianna concurs, "They were smiling all the time and seemed in a great mood."

Bonnie is in for a Damon wrath after she decided to keep the medallion that initially belonged to him. Two clips are released in front of "The Vampire Diaries" episode where Bonnie must face the consequence of keeping the family heirloom. In one scene, Damon follows her to school and starts making an offer to trade the medallion with a service.

The other clip is still revolving around the medallion and what its history. Elena reveals to Stefan that his brother Damon threatens Bonnie. Stefan in return reveals about what he knows, saying that Bonnie's ancestor named Emily owned the medallion during the civil war. Through the preview that was released at the end of this week's episode, it is known that Emily has haunted Bonnie in her sleep to demand for a help.

"30 Days of Night: Dark Days" will have a new Stella Olesonthe with Kiele Sanchez taking over the role from Melissa George, and first look at Sanchez in character has been unraveled. Bloody-Disgusting has brought forth the first image from the set of the "30 Days of Night" sequel, showing Sanchez with a gash on her forehead and a machete in her right hand.

The sequel picks up a year after the Alaskan town of Barrow's population was decimated by vampires during its annual month long sunset. Riddled with grief over the death of her husband, bound by nightmares and void of all emotions beyond hate and sorrow, Stella has spent the past months traveling the world, trying to convince others that vampires exist but met with skepticism and laughter.

From the first single "Manos Al Aire", Nelly Furtado moves on to its follow-up, a song called "Mas". She has filmed a music video for the track and shared the shooting process through its behind-the-scene footage.

Nelly says that the track tells about a troubled relationship. To match the song, the forthcoming video, which is yet to have specified premiere date, will see Nelly breaking up with her boyfriend after finding out that he has cheated on her with another woman.

Instead of saying "yes" or "no" to the question if he is dating Taylor Swift, Taylor Lautner leaves it all to the press to judge. "You guys have seen every single move that I make, so I guess I will leave that up to you to decide," he told reporters at a press conference to promote "The Twilight Saga's New Moon" at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills on Friday, November 6.

When asked if Swift has written a song about him just like what she usually does when she falls in love or breaks up with someone, Lautner answered "That's a scary thing. I dont know if she has, I have no idea." One thing that he knows for sure is that filming "Valentine's Day" with the country singer "was a lot of fun."

One more sneak peek is released before audience can get fully blown by Taylor Swift's performance on "Saturday Night Live". After a clip where she opens the show with Bill Hader was released earlier this week, another one which is concentrating on her skit with Kristen Wiig is given.

In this promo, Wiig gets a little intimidated by all Swift's accomplishments and does a little showing-off of her own. It sees Wiig recurring her Penelope character and Single White Female attitude. After jumping with joy, Wiig said to Swift "Wow, you're really tall."

Ahead of "The Twilight Saga's New Moon" November 20 U.S. release, Robert Pattinson managed to sit down for an interview with Access Hollywood's Shaun Robinson at the film's junket in Los Angeles on Friday, November 6. During the occasion he addressed on such matters, as hair, tabloid gossip, and dating.

Talking about his character Edward Cullen who will be seen often appearing shirtless in "New Moon", Robert joked "I don't walk around with my shirt off all the time! It's like driving a fancy car - you're insecure about something." He then added, "I've actually just got rid of my dandruff, which is great."

A cameo appearance in 2009's "Funny People" apparently isn't enough for Grammy-winning rapper Eminem. Screen Daily recently broke the news that the Slim Shady is looking forward to make his return to the big screen by starring in a new 3-D anthology horror film entitled "Shady Talez".

The 37-year-old rapper reportedly will take on multiple roles in the movie described by the site as "The Twilight Zone" meets "Creepshow", in addition to producing it. Should the rumors contain any truth, it will be the first time he stars in a movie after he impressed many with his performance as Jimmy "B-Rabbit" Smith, Jr. in 2002's "8 Mile".

This year's American Music Awards is promised to be a star-studded affair with the addition of Green Day, Mary J. Blige and Keith Urban to its performers ensemble. Long rumored musical guest Rihanna has also been confirmed.

"We're very excited about having Green Day, Rihanna, Shakira and Mary J. Blige all performing on one stage," said the show's producer Larry Klein. "Each year we try to have a variety of artists and sounds and I think these performers really showcase the depth of what this show brings to its fans."

Divorce might be in the card for Toni Braxton and her husband Keri Lewis, who serves as the keyboardist of band Mint Condition. Essence.com is the first to report the story, claiming the R 'n' B songstress has already separated from Keri after more than eight years of marriage.

Reason that prompts the split isn't disclosed though. Comment is yet to be made by Toni, Keri, or their people. The pair, who has been married since April 2001, has two sons together, Denim Cole and Diezel Ky.

In "You Know Me" music video, Robbie Williams is seen falling asleep while getting his make-up done by his stylists. When he is awake, he finds himself dressed as a rabbit in a waistcoat and wandering through a magical fairy-tale land.

"You Know Me" is the second single taken from Robbie's eighth solo studio album "Reality Killed the Video Star". The track is debuted on Radio BBC 2 during Ken Bruce's show in October. It will be made available for physical and digital purchase beginning December 7.

A look into the indie film starring Kristen Stewart, "The Yellow Handkerchief", has been shared in the form of a brand new trailer. Coming out courtesy of Apple, the two-minute sneak peek takes its focus on "a love lost in the past" and "a love struggling for a future" with glimpses of the "Twilight" star and her co-stars.

The romantic drama follows troubled teenager Martine, her new ride Gordy and recently free jailbird Brett Hanson as they embark on a journey through the lush green byways of rural Louisiana. With Martine yearning to escape her family, Gordy hoping to get closer to her and Brett having to decide whether he wants to return to the uncertainty of the life and the woman he left behind, what sets out to be a common road trip turns into an exploration of the possibility of second chances.

After a couple of months waiting for the family's consent, A&E is on the track to air the miniseries about the Jacksons. "The Jacksons: A Family Dynasty" which follows Jackie Jackson, Tito Jackson, Jermaine Jackson, Marlon Jackson and Randy Jackson will be premiered back-to-back on the cable on December 13 at 9/8c.

Not including a footage of the late Michael Jackson, the miniseries focuses on his brothers in preparing for a reunion tour. Since Michael's June death came in the middle of the preparation, the six-episode series will also chronicle the way they cope with the tragedy. "This deeply intimate portrait will provide viewers with a raw and honest look inside a musical dynasty," said A&E and Bio Channel vice president Robert Sharenow.

It's official, Khloe Kardashian is now Khloe Kardashian Odom. E! News breaks the report that the reality star has legally adopted her basketball player husband Lamar Odom's last name. "There is no hyphen," confirms the newlywed. "It's just Khloe Kardashian Odom."

In another news, Khloe also reveals that to mark Lamar's 30th birthday on Friday, November 6 she has given him new watch as a present. "He already opened up his present from me. It was a solid gold Breitling watch. He is a watch collector, so he was beyond happy," so she says. And while Khloe doesn't give further detail on the watch, it is reported that the line of luxury watches ranges from $2,000 to more than $100,000 online.

Summit Entertainment has just released a slew of new pictures from the highly anticipated "The Twilight Saga's New Moon". Some of the fresh stills give away shots from the scene wherein Bella's birthday party at the Cullens goes horribly wrong, some center the attention at the Volturi members, and some take a look at the Wolf Pack members.

In addition to those images, a capture of Kristen Stewart's Bella being carried by her father, Billy Burke's Charlie, a shot of Taylor Lautner's Jacob, and a picture of Robert Pattinson's Edward in what seems like the hall of the Volturi casa are included. Most of the fresh stills are outed by MTV, while the rest were found via Reel Loop.

A tracklisting for Chris Brown's upcoming release "Graffiti" has been obtained via HipHopDX. The not-yet-confirmed list lines up Plies, Tank, Eva Simmons, Trey Songz and The Game as his collaborators in addition to Lil Wayne and Swizz Beatz.

Trey indeed confirmed to MTV earlier this month about entering studio with Chris for a duet track. "He put this beat on, we started playing around with a crazy concept - just having fun for real," he said. At that time however, he was unsure whether or not it will make it to the "Graffiti" album.

All new in "Smallville", there is an imposter of The Blur trying to handle crimes in a messy way. Superhero twins Zan and Jayna show up in Metropolis to help The Blur fight crime but end up botching several rescues, landing Clark in hot water with the District Attorney's office. Clark decides to come forward as The Blur to clear his name.

The Wonder Twins are the DC Comics superheroes who get their power if they touch hands and say "Wonder Twins Power Activate!". In the comic version, Zan can transform into water while Zayna can shape shift into any kind of animal. The show cast non-sibling actors David Gallagher to play Zan and Allison Scagliotti to play Zayna.

Bulking up in order to reprise his role as Jacob Black in the much awaited "The Twilight Saga's New Moon", Taylor Lautner tells Star Magazine he struggled to have a muscular body. Finding the process enjoyable at first, he realized later on that it wasn't as fun as it sounds.

"Most people were like, that sounds amazing, to be able to eat all the time, and it is at first," says the 17-year-old film star. "But after a year and a half of it, I mean, I have to put something in my mouth every two hours, so it becomes kind of annoying!"

In its behind-the-scene footage, Alicia Keys explains the concept of "Try Sleeping With a Broken Heart" music video which was shot in late October. "It basically pictures the movie 'Hancock' or the character Rogue from 'X-Men' and the way that they have an incredible power that is a blessing but also their curse," she says.

Like John Hancock, Alicia will portray a loner who couldn't be with the person she loves. She will be narrated as a woman who has a healing ability which prevents her to touch anyone because she, like Rogue, will involuntarily absorb the physical strength of the person she touches.

First look into Tyler Perry's "Why Did I Get Married Too?" has just been released in the form of a teaser trailer. Less than a minute long, the official sneak peek is debuted at Yahoo! Movies and offers glimpses of the four couples, their vacation in Bahamas and a promise that one of those couples will not make it.

Having their annual one-week reunion, four close couples gather together for a group vacation at the Bahamas to share news about their lives and relationships. But, their intimate week in paradise is disrupted by the unexpected arrival of Sheila's ex-husband, Mike who looks forward to break up her marriage with Troy. While Sheila deals with her problem, the others realize they too are not immune to the challenges of commitment and fidelity.

Showtime is ready to uncover its plan for next year, putting "Twilight" as the starter kick of the entire line-up in the first quarter. The cable bought the TV broadcast right to the hit vampire film and will air it for the first time on January 23. The time, however, is not yet determined.

Coming two days after "Twilight" is "Secret Diary of a Call Girl" which would start its third season on January 25. Others populating the date would be "Tracey Ullman's State of the Union" which also debuts its third season, and new series "La La Land" where British comic Marc Wootton plays three different characters in real situations with unsuspecting real Los Angelenos.

Usher's marriage to wife Tameka Foster was officially dissolved on Wednesday, November 4. Court documents confirm that a Fulton County, Georgia judge has issued a final decree to end the pair's union as husband and wife in the eyes of the law.

Usher's lawyer, Ivory Brown, said Friday, November 6 she couldn't comment on the case. Meanwhile, Tameka's attorney BJ Bernstein has not yet returned a phone call seeking comment on the matter.

Following his record deal with 19 Recordings / RCA Nashville back in September this year after graduating from "American Idol", Danny Gokey releases his first country music single called "It's Only". The track was debuted on Milwaukee radio station FM 106.1. on November 6.

A countrified ballad track, the song is written by Lady Antebellum's members Dave Haywood and Charles Kelley and produced by Mark Bright. It serves as the lead single from Danny's forthcoming RCA debut album which is aimed for March 2010 release.

The first teaser poster for the upcoming "The Twilight Saga's Eclipse" has made its rounds. Found via Bloody-Disgusting, the one-sheet reportedly was shown at the American Film Market in Los Angeles. While it doesn't display any of the major characters, it does pick up the film's darker tone with dark clouds and an eclipsed blood-red moon dominating.

This teaser poster came out just days after director David Slade announced the completion of the filming for this third "Twilight Saga" movie. Through his Twitter account, he made public that "Twilight Eclipse officially wrapped shooting, at 4.30 am October 29th," before adding, "Physically and emotionally exhausted."

Adam Lambert and Ferras aren't dating. They make no official denial on romance rumors addressed to them, but prefer to exchange Twitter messages to laugh them off.

"@ohferras The tabloids think we're dating. Haha! where do they get this sh**t?!" Adam tweeted on Friday, November 6. In response to the post, Ferras replied "@adamlambert I know lol! Waiting for 'Ferras, with a new advance in science is pregnant with Adam Lamberts child' to hit the blogs. Baha."

Kris Allen has debuted a music video in support of "Live Like We're Dying", the lead single off his upcoming debut album. Unlike Adam Lambert's "Time for Miracles" video which is full of explosion, this new video mainly showcases Kris' talent as he strums his guitar and plays the piano.

"It was cool because we actually shot it in the desert in L.A. in the middle of nowhere in this junkyard and we had this set," Kris told PopEater. "It was this huge digital clock which was really cool and it was kind of raggedy looking and we shot it from 8 P.M. to 8 A.M. in the morning. That was crazy, with no breaks at all."