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Celebrities React To Ellen DeGeneres' 'American Idol' Exit
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'The show will be fine,' season nine winner Lee DeWyze tweeted.By Kara WarnerLee DeWyzePhoto: Jeff Kravitz/ Getty ImagesReaction to Ellen DeGeneres' announcement that she was departing "American Idol" was swift, with fans and bloggers eager to express their thoughts as soon as the news became public on Thursday (July 29). The talk show host's former "Idol" colleagues, Simon Cowell and Ryan Seacrest, weighed in as well.Other celebrities have also joined the conversation, voicing reactions and well wishes. "Idol" season-six third-place finisher Melinda Doolittle was shocked by the news. "I feel like I was tweeting this exact thing around this time last year," she tweeted. "DUDE!Ellen?!?! DUDE!!!!!"Doolittle later chimed in with her thoughts on rumored replacements Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler. "Randy=my dawg, J.Lo=the best mentor on season 6, & Steven Tyler=my favorite band EVER! I
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Wiz Khalifa Announces He's Signing To Atlantic Records On 'RapFix Live'
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Pittsburgh MC admits Rick Ross' own label offer was 'a huge honor' and opens up about Twitter, tattoos and more on our live stream sit-down.By Mawuse Ziegbe, with reporting by Sway CallowayWiz KhalifaPhoto: MTV NewsWiz Khalifa was voted by fans as MTV's "Hottest Breakthrough MC of 2010" and he opened up to his Taylor Gang following during the "RapFive Live" broadcast on Friday (July 30). The Pittsburgh MC addressed everything from his relationship with Rick Ross to his new major-label deal to living at home with moms.Sporting a gray-and-white tank and showing hometown love in a Pittsburgh Kings cap, the MC kicked off the live stream by accepting the actual trophy for his "Hottest Breakthrough" win and shouted out his fans saying, "Y'all did this." Khalifa then broke down the Taylor Gang movement and urged other rising rappers to utilize social media to build a hard-core fanbase. Wiz eve
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Joss Whedon Is The 'Right Thing' For 'Avengers,' Marvel Boss Says
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'We hire directors who have the potential to do great things,' Kevin Feige tells MTV News.By Kara WarnerKevin FeigePhoto: MTV NewsFor comic book fans, and those who love comic book movies in general, Marvel studio's major "Avengers" announcement and cast unveiling at last week's San Diego Comic-Con still has heads reeling. From the unveiling of Jeremy Renner as Hawkeye to seeing director Joss Whedon smiling with his star-studded cast — there was a lot to take in.When MTV News caught up with Marvel Studios head honcho Kevin Feige during our Comic-Con live stream, no one was more excited to talk about the highly anticipated film and, specifically, the qualifications of fan-favorite director Joss Whedon. We asked him how they made the decision to hire Joss despite his having only directed one feature film (2005's "Serenity")."I've known Joss for many years. We were looking for the ri
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'Jersey Shore' Fans React To Angelina's Return At Her Season-Two Premiere Party
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'I was so happy that she's back,' pal tells MTV News at Angelina's 'Jersey Shore' viewing party.By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Ignacio GuzmanAngelina and The Situation in Thursday's episode of "Jersey Shore"Photo: MTVAngelina came back to the "Jersey Shore" this season, and drama followed. But her supporters — including her friends, family and fans who showed at the Fushimi Japanese Cuisine & Lounge in Staten Island, New York, where Angelina was holding a premiere viewing party — think that it was the perfect time for their girl to make her return to the show."I was so happy that she's back on the show and that she went to Miami and that she had fun," pal Gina Landano told MTV News. "I spoke to her every once in awhile while she was there, and she told me she was having fun with all the guys there."Angelina's mom, Ann Marie Pivarnick, excitedly reacted to her daughte
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Will Wiz Khalifa Accept Rick Ross' Offer For A Maybach Music Deal?
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Watch what the 'Hottest Breakthrough MC of 2010' thinks of inking with the Bawse when he appears on 'RapFix Live' today! By Jayson RodriguezRick RossPhoto: MTV NewsRick Ross appeared on the debut session of MTV News' "RapFix Live" and during his interview with Sway, the Miami MC revealed some exclusive negotiations he hopes to begin soon.Ross looked into the camera and sent a message to this week's guest, the 2010 Hottest Breakthrough MC, Wiz Khalifa. The Teflon Don superstar wants Wiz to join him on his roster."You know, Wiz, what's happening, this is the Boss, Ricky Ross, Teflon Don," the rapper said last Friday. "You know we spoke of this in the last week or two, but my question is even more personal that I'd love to ask you right now. What would it take for us to close the deal, Wiz Khalifa and Maybach Music?"I feel like the homie is a superstar," Ross continued. "We discussed this
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Is Jennifer Lopez A New 'American Idol' Judge?
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J. Lo may take over the panel spot vacated by Ellen DeGeneres, according to Deadline.com.By Mawuse Ziegbe Jennifer LopezPhoto: Jeff Kravitz/ FilmMagicWith two open seats now on the "American Idol" judging panel, all types of celebrity names have been bandied about as possible replacements. Elton John and Justin Timberlake were reportedly thrown out as names on an "Idol" wish list. Pop starlet Jessica Simpson has also popped up as a potential name ready to sign on. And with Simon Cowell and Ellen DeGeneres no longer doling out critiques to "Idol" hopefuls, singer and actress Jennifer Lopez has emerged as the latest potential new judge.Deadline.com reports that Lopez has officially inked a deal to join "Idol" and that the announcement was being kept under wraps until DeGeneres' exit was made public. According to the site, Lopez's manager Benny Medina set up a meeting with "Idol" producers
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'Jersey Shore' Cast Teases Season Two: 'More Drama, Make-ups, Breakups'
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'Sit back and relax! You guys can see how to party!' the Situation says about new season in Miami premiering Thursday.By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Garth BardsleyThe cast of "Jersey Shore"Photo: MTVThe "Jersey Shore" cast got America fist-pumping last year when they launched their hit reality-TV series with more than a few drunken nights, brawls and hookups. But in season two, which kicks off Thursday, the castmembers tell MTV News they plan to beat dat beat even harder this time around — if that's even possible.Their celebrity fans certainly want more fights and hot-tub sessions this season, and the "Shore" cast promises that in Miami that will definitely be the case."I am excited for people to see season two. It is 1,000 times more dramatic and just, overall, 1,000 times better than 'Jersey Shore' 1," an enthusiastic JWoww told MTV News. "More drama, make-ups, breakups, fig
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Nicki Minaj Explains Her Violent Death In 'Your Love' Video
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Plus, the Young Money siren toys with different titles for her debut album.By Shaheem Reid, with additional reporting by Matt EliasNicki MinajPhoto: MTV NewsNicki Minaj's "Your Love" video has been out for several days, so by now you should know that the lovely Young Money siren kicks the bucket at the end of the clip. During a sword fight with her female rival, Nicki's character, a martial arts student who's in love with her sensei (played by Michael Jai White), comes out on the losing end when she catches some powder to the face and a sharp blade to the gut. Last week in Los Angeles, Nicki explained why she wanted to have a fatal attraction in the video."I just felt like that was the most emotional and truthful storyline," Minaj explained. "I felt like mostly everyone would normally make themselves win in the end. I wanted to show that the only way I could be beat is if you cheat. If
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