The Morning Roundup: Kellie Pickler Wins 'Dancing With The Stars,' Jennifer Lawrence Naked In 'X-Men'

May 22nd, 2013 10:26am EDT
Kellie Pickler wins Dancing with the Stars
Kellie Pickler and Derek Hough have won the season 16 Mirror Ball Trophy in "Dancing With The Stars"! The dance partners got rave reviews from the judges and edged out frontrunner Zendaya Coleman for their big win. Tuesday night's finale was star-studded, with all of this season's stars returning to the dance floor and performances from PSY and Pitbull. Hough was also inspired by Pickler and changed his mind about coming back next season, saying he'll be back instead of taking time off like he had originally planned. Get all the details on the epic finale right here.

"X-Men: Days of Future...
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Pop Topper Of The Week: Selena Gomez - 'Come And Get It'

May 21st, 2013 8:15pm EDT
Selena Gomez
Though it’s her relationship status that’s been making the headlines recently, ex Disney star Selena Gomez has a lot more to her than “it’s complicated.” Her sultry performances at the most recent awards shows (Billboard Music Awards and MTV Movie Awards) and her newest movie “Spring Breakers” also put her name into the big lights! That is why the Pop Topper of the Week is “Come and Get It” by Selena Gomez!

The single was originally released on April 9, and has been a steady hit and radio favorite! On the Billboard Top 100 Chart, the single has recently peaked at #6, and after her performa...
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The Morning Roundup: Taylor Swift Hates Justin Bieber, New 'Star Wars' Animated Series On The Way

May 21st, 2013 10:13am EDT
Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift didn't shy away from showing her true feelings for Justin Bieber at the Billboard Music Awards on Sunday night. The country singer was not only visibly put-off when BFF Selena Gomez bumped into on again/off again boyfriend backstage, and Taylor's priceless reaction was caught on video. Taylor also showed her disdain for Bieber in the press room, when one reporter's question quickly changed her mood. It's safe to say one outlet probably won't be getting press credentials to next year's event. (story)

Doors keyboardist Ray Manzarek has broken on through to the other side. The mu...
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VICE EPISODE 8 PREMIERES ON FRIDAY, MAY 31st

May 20th, 2013 9:04pm EDT
Thomas squares off against the toughest fighters in West Africa, where the rise in popularity of 'lamb wrestling' actually coincided with the downfall of the Senegalese economy. Wrestling became "the last hoop dream of all these kids who can't find work otherwise." Then we find out how climate change is transforming our planet from experts across the world.

Don't miss the eighth episode of VICE this Friday, May 31st at 11pm, only on HBO.

Visit Vice on HBO.com to find shareable infographics, photos, and clips from the latest episode.
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HBO Documentary Films - 'INSIDE OUT: The People's Art Project'

May 20th, 2013 5:35pm EDT
 Known for billboard-sized photographic portraits of everyday people in urban settings, French street artist JR has a simple call to action: “Tell me what you stand for, and together we’ll turn the world inside out.” To transform his idea into reality, he created the Inside Out Project, the world’s largest participatory art project and a remarkable testament to the power of the image and the role art can play in transforming lives. INSIDE OUT: THE PEOPLE’S ART PROJECT visits locations around the world, including: Haiti, Tunisia, North Dakota, and the West Bank.

 The 2011 winner of the pres...
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The Morning Roundup: A Girl For Kim Kardashian, Billboard Music Awards & Cannes Film Festival

May 20th, 2013 10:48am EDT
Ke$ha
The stars were out for Sunday night's Billboard Music Awards. Check out all the hottest fashions from the red carpet -- including a sexy Selena Gomez (when is she not), Ke$ha showing off some serious skin, Carly Rae Jepson in a see-through dress and Madonna desperately trying to retain her youth. (story)

Beyonce is expecting a second baby, according to numerous sources. The singer and her husband, rapper Jay-Z have yet to confirm the news themselves. (story)

Speaking of babies, Kim Kardashian had a baby shower over the weekend and all signs are pointing to "it's a girl." The socialite sen...
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Rumor Patrol: 'The Voice' Judge Situation, Mariah Carey Lip-Synching, Mo'Nique's Weight Loss

May 19th, 2013 1:07pm EDT
The Voice
You can't go one week without hearing a ridiculous story involving some of your favorite celebrities. Thankfully, the Starpulse Rumor Patrol is here to sort out what's real and what's fake.

Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo Returning To The Voice? Are two of the original Voice judges returning to their big red seats? Shakira and Usher are departing... or are they?

Verdict: True, and Shakira and Usher are staying. In an interesting movie, The Voice is going into a rotation of judges for the next two seasons. Shakira and Usher are getting a break and will be focusing on family and music while C...
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The Morning Roundup: 'Bea Arthur Naked' Painting Sells For $2 Million, Kanye West Goes A Little Crazy

May 17th, 2013 10:17am EDT
Bea Arthur Naked by John Currin
A topless portrait of "Golden Girls" star Bea Arthur (above) sold for nearly $2 million at New York auction house Christie's on Wednesday night. The painting was done by artist John Currin in 1991. The Brooklyn, NY, based artist caused cries of misogyny and sexism from many critics when the painting made its debut. A spokesman for Christie's called the work "historically significant," but despite the high praise, the new owner has chosen to stay anonymous. See the uncensored version on the next page.

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Kayne West debuted some new music during Adult Swim's upfront Wednesday night... ...
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The Morning Roundup: Kelly Rowland Jealous Of Beyonce's Success, Miley Cyrus Still Engaged

May 16th, 2013 10:16am EDT
Kelly Rowland
Former Destiny's Child singer Kelly Rowland reveals that she's jealous of former bandmate Beyonce's mega-success and that she was abused on new single "Dirty Laundry." She says she's happy for Beyonce, but also questioned the significance of her own career while her friend was becoming a superstar. Kelly also says in the lyrics that she was physically and mentally abused by a past lover. (story)

James Franco has attempted to adapt and film the "unfilmable" William Falkner novel "As I Lay Dying." It's taken 80 years for the story to hit the screen. (story)

Carrie Underwood predicted her ow...
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'Star Trek Into Darkness' Has Plenty Of Flash But Lacks Originality

May 15th, 2013 8:23pm EDT
Star Trek Into Darkness
The boys of Starfleet are back: Capt. Kirk (Chris Pine), Spock (Zachary Quinto), Scotty (Simon Pegg), Chekov (Anton Yelchin), Bones (Karl Urban), Sulu (John Cho) and Uhura (Zoe Saldana).

The film opens with the USS Enterprise on a observation mission to Planet Nibiru. When they arrive at the planet they find a volcano on the verge of erupting and wiping out its primitive inhabitants.

In the process of launching a dangerous mission to halt the eruption, Spock's life is jeopardized, forcing Kirk to break the 'Prime Directive' and reveal the Enterprise to the inhabitants.

Bad move: Not only...
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