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Whether you're a fan of actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt or the early 2000s R&B classic "Ignition" (Remix) by R. Kelly, you'll want to watch this video. The multitalented JGL recently put on a performance, and he slipped in a cover of the song. His acoustic take is a little more growly than R. Kelly's, a little more rock 'n' roll, and it's exactly the thing you should watch to give your day a Read more
Not to be outdone by Weezer, R. Kelly has released his World Cup tribute, "Sign of a Victory." Put aside your personal R. Kelly feelings for a moment, because there's no denying the man can do inspirational — need I remind you of "I Believe I Can Fly"? Here, he gives the usual hopeful lyrics in a video that shows the singer traveling to South Africa. It feels like a homemade travel diary, even Read more
R. Kelly, I mean Robert, has plans to write a memoir. The singer that brought us "Feelin On Yo Booty" has paired up with co-author Davit Ritz (who's written with the likes of Aretha Franklin and Ray Charles) to record his reflections on religion, his salacious side, and his battle against child pornography charges. R. Kelly explained: "I’m writing this book as Robert, not R. Kelly. I’m tired Read more
Rihanna passed out on stage during her concert in Sydney earlier today. She was performing "Umbrella" with Chris Brown when she fainted and was led to paramedics and so far no update has been given on her condition. Britney Spears and Jared Leto's band 30 Seconds to Mars each won two awards at the MTV EMAs last night. Check out the full list of winners here. — PopSugarUK In response to Read more
What, exactly, was R. Kelly thinking when he started recording "Trapped in the Closet," his magnum opus (of sorts) that is premiering its latest chapters on IFC this week? Did he think he had a mainstream hit on his hands? Is he playing a joke on us? Does he exist in a bizarre alternate universe where this truly is a quality song/music video/whatever it is? Is he punking the entertainment Read more
"Pirate Master" has been cut adrift, writes Zap2it, and the final five episodes will air only online. In other reality news, ABC is developing a show in which young married couples will compete for cash, writes Mediaweek. Following in McCartney's footsteps, Joni Mitchell signs to Starbucks' Hear Music label, reports Billboard. Variety reports that Disney will discourage depictions of cigarette Read more
Avril Lavigne goes topless for Blender - Egotastic Kelly is NOT a Blaker Girl - D-Listed Paris has a secret - Pink is the New Blog Lindsay loves her red wayfarers -Hollywood Tuna Paparazzi of the 21st Century - CityRag Bruce Willis likes 'em young - IDLYITW Prince Harry ain't going to war - Mollygood R Kelly wants you to know how great he is - Hollywood Rag Orlando does the Tonight Read more
Variety reports that Mr. Bean's next role will be in an upcoming adaptation of David Copperfield, Charles Dickens' largely autobiographical novel. The Shins, Modest Mouse, Incubus and Wolf Parade have signed on for the Download Festival, Billboard reports. A screening of Babel in a Tokyo theater caused several moviegoers to fall ill, the AP reports. Hugh Laurie will star in cop thriller Night Read more
We're excited to share this post from our friends at Celebrity Baby Scoop! Every week, we will be bringing you the best celebrity baby stories from the Celebrity Baby Scoop, including this post from Jenny Schafer about the best and worst baby names in Hollywood. With the recent arrival of Blue Ivy Carter — the first child of R&B royal couple Beyoncé and Jay-Z — we couldn't help but Read more
The People's Choice Awards are tonight, so now's your chance to get a good look at who's up for the trophies. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 is dominating the movie categories, especially since there was no Twilight film eligible for this year's awards (though Taylor Lautner and Robert Pattinson still earned nods because they appeared in other movies). Vampires are still big at the Read more
