Nicky Minaj Brought a Pope-Alike to the Grammys
Nicky Minaj's bizarre arrival with the Pope on her arm got the Grammys off to a weird start. Then things got heavy when LL Cool J delivered a prayer for Whitney Houston.
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Who's Performing on the Grammys Tonight?
Jennifer Hudson's planned medley of Whitney Houston's biggest hits will undoubtedly be one of the most memorable and emotionally charged Grammy performances, ever -- and there's a lot more on the schedule. Just don't expect any Lady Gaga hatchings.
Award Season Makes Hollywood Actors Preachy
James Franco and Kim Novak are not proving to be good spokespeople for their awards-season causes.
'Bridesmaids' Is Probably Going to the Oscars
The Writers Guild of America, composed of some of the most powerful nerds in America, has announced its 2011 nominees for the WGA Awards, and one title on the list is the bawdy, poop-filled comedy Bridesmaids. This could mean big things!
Hollywood Actors Love a Movie About Hollywood Actors
Hooray, the SAG Award nominations, that is the award nominations given out by the Screen Actors Guild actors union, have been announced. There aren't too many surprises, but let's take a look at them anyway. Awards season!
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