Carrie Underwood, Ariana Grande and More to Perform at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

The two singers will join other performers, which include Fifth Harmony, Austin Mahone and Florida Georgia Line, at the annual parade that will be held in New York City on Thursday, November 28.

Carrie Underwood has been announced as a performer at the 87th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. The country crooner, who will bring along her "The Sound of Music Live!" co-stars, is joining other performers that include Ariana Grande, Fifth Harmony, Austin Mahone, Goo Goo Dolls and Florida Georgia Line.

The bearded Robertson family from the popular A&E show "Duck Dynasty" will make appearances alongside Kellie Pickler, Megan Hilty, Kristin Chenoweth and Joan Jett. Meanwhile, Jimmy Fallon and The Roots will take part in the event with the cast of "Sesame Street".

NBC's "Today" show co-anchors Matt Lauer, Al Roker and Savannah Guthrie will host the event that will involve 8,000 participants. More than 3.5 million spectators are expected to watch from the sidelines. Millions more are expected to watch the parade on television.

This year's parade will include over 50 character balloons, 30 floats, 1,600 cheerleaders and dancers, 900 clowns and 11 marching bands. New balloons include SpongeBob SquarePants, "How to Train Your Dragon" character Toothless as well as Snoopy and his bird pal Woodstock. There will also be a tribute to "The Wizard of Oz" in honor of the film's 75th anniversary

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will begin at 09:00 A.M. ET in New York City on Thursday, November 28.

Marie Osmond Says She Underwent Breast Reduction Surgery

During an appearance on 'The Talk', Osmond reveals that she underwent breast reduction surgery when she was in her twenties.

Marie Osmond said that she opted to undergo breast reduction surgery when she was young. The 54-year-old singer/actress made the revelation as she stopped by "The Talk" on Monday, November 4, explaining that she "had very large breasts."

"I had a breast reduction. I was my mother's daughter. I was in like, twentysomething [years old]," Osmond told the show's hosts, adding that at that time she had E-cup breasts. "Seriously, women can get so big and you look like human zippers. And honestly, I did it too because my back hurt. I don't get the big boob thing," she admitted.

Osmond, who competed on season 5 of "Dancing with the Stars", also said that back then her breast size became her co-stars' talk. "When I did 'Sound of Music', all they did was talk about the hills were alive! That's all they saw were my boobs," she revealed.

The revelation came only days after Heidi Montag said that she experienced health issues because of big breasts. The former star of "The Hills", who previously underwent breast augmentation, suffered from a ruptured disc in her neck, muscular and spinal damage to her back, and numbness in her arm due to pinched nerves as the results of the augmentation.

Montag then decided to replace her F-cup implants with D-cup implants. Following the surgery, she told Entertainment Tonight, "I feel really great. I am really relieved that that burden is literally lifted off my chest."

Lady GaGa Splits From Longtime Manager Troy Carter

Her emotional appearance at recent YouTube Music Awards was the culmination of her rotting relationship with Carter.

Turns out, the trouble is not between Lady GaGa and her man Taylor Kinney. A new report surfaced that GaGa has ended her long-term partnership with manager Troy Carter after Sunday, November 3 show at YouTube Music Awards.

According to Showbiz 411, GaGa and Carter have issues over "creative differences". Although he was by her side since the beginning of her career, Carter was not involved in the "ARTPOP" album campaign. GaGa has refused to take advice from Carter. "She doesn't take direction anymore," a source said.

The rift between the artist and her manager reached its pinnacle on Sunday when GaGa insisted on performing "Dope" which has a dark tone. The song, one of the two promotional singles, makes references to drugs, meaning it is not the best choice to perform before young audience. GaGa also reportedly refused to release some songs as singles although they could be hits.

"ARTPOP "is released on November 11. First single "Applause" did not enter Billboard Hot 100 on its first week but slowly climbed its way on top in the following weeks. Second single "Do What U Want" debuted at number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100.

While the split with Carter is yet confirmed, GaGa has shunned another split rumor by appearing together with Kinney at YouTube Music Awards. Tabloids previously claimed that Kinney could no longer romance the singer because she is married to her career.

'NCIS' Welcomes Emily Wickersham as Series Regular

Although her introductory episode has not been aired yet, the producers felt she would be a perfect addition to the show.

Emily Wickersham will be a surge of fresh air for "NCIS: Naval Criminal Investigative Service". The actress has been promoted to series regular even before her face hits the screen on the CBS drama.

CBS announced on Monday, November 4 that Wickersham's Elanor "Ellie" Bishop will join the team every week. The actress was previously signed for a multi-episode recurring role and her character will be introduced for the first time in the November 19 episode. Bishop, an NSA analyst, will be assisting Gibbs and the team when a confidential briefing involving the Secretary of the Navy was bugged.

"Emily Wickersham's Ellie Bishop is proving to perfectly complement the NCIS team. Her energy and enthusiasm is contagious. Great things are planned for Bishop and we couldn't be more thrilled to have her on board," showrunner Gary Glasberg said in a statement.

Wickersham's Bishop has been long rumored the replacement for Cote de Pablo's Ziva who made a sudden departure from the show. Glasberg said in a previous interview with Entertainment Weekly, "Our agents are evolving - they're looking at terrorism in a different way, they're having to approach crimes in a different way and I think that having that view of the world is something that our people don't necessarily have much experience in. So I think she'll [Bishop] provide something different. I think she'll emotionally provide something different."

The new character is described as "a mysterious mixture of analytic brilliance, fierce determination and idealism."

Ellie Goulding Shares a Snippet of 'The Hunger Games: Catching Fire' Soundtrack

In the 90-second preview, the British singer can be heard singing over the crashing synths and twinkling piano.

Ellie Goulding has previewed "Mirror", a song that she recorded for upcoming movie "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire". The 90-second teaser features the British artist singing over the crashing synths and twinkling piano.

"I look in the mirror/ And I try to see myself/ We ever look terror/ From the games I played so well," she croons. "I try to see clearer/ I try to forget the thoughts I started/ I try to be nearer/ To where you are/ To where you are."

"Mirror" is set to be included in "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire" soundtrack which will be released on November 19, just three days before the movie that stars Jennifer Lawrence and Liam Hemsworth hits U.S. theaters on November 22.

Other tracks in the album include Coldplay's "Atlas", Christina Aguilera's "We Remain" and The Lumineers' "Gale Song". Imagine Dragons, Lorde, The Weeknd and Santigold have also contributed to the movie's soundtrack.

Kristen Stewart and Jesse Eisenberg Reunite for 'American Ultra'

The 'Adventureland' duo will once again play a couple in the upcoming action comedy to be scripted by Max Landis.

Kristen Stewart and Jesse Eisenberg are set to reunite for action comedy "American Ultra". The movie is scripted by Max Landis ("Chronicle") and will be directed by Nima Nourizadeh ("Project X"). Filming will begin in April next year.

The new film will follow a stoner named Mike who lives with his girlfriend Phoebe in a small, sleepy town. Their lives turn upside down when his past comes back to haunt him and he becomes the target of a government operation set to wipe him out.

Eisenberg will play Mike and Stewart will be his girlfriend. "Simply put, American Ultra will be the most fun you can possibly have in a movie theater without the use of drugs, fireworks or canola oil," producer Anthony Bregman says to The Hollywood Reporter.

The duo previously shared screen in 2009's comedy "Adventureland". She has just wrapped production for "Camp X-Ray" and "Sils Maria" and is currently filming "Anesthesia". His next projects, meanwhile, include "Rio 2".

Taylor Swift to Receive Country Music Association's Pinnacle Award

The 'I Knew You Were Trouble' singer will follow the footstep of fellow country singer Garth Brooks, who received the first Pinnacle Award back in 2005.

Taylor Swift is already a winner at the upcoming Country Music Association Awards. The 23-year-old country star is set to receive the rare Pinnacle Award for her worldwide success and her contribution to country music.

Swift will accept the award on November 6, during the 47th Country Music Awards ceremony in Nashville, Tennessee. Interestingly, the "I Knew You Were Trouble" crooner will become the second person to receive the honor.

The Pinnacle Award was created in 2005 to "recognize an artist who has achieved both national and international prominence through concert performances and record sales at levels unique in Country Music." Garth Brooks is the first artist to win the award.

"I can't think of a better opportunity than 'Country Music's Biggest Night' to present an award of this magnitude to an artist of this caliber," said CMA President of the Board, Ed Hardy. "I've known Taylor since she was 16. She came to my office with her Mom to play her music and I was amazed. Taylor's outstanding career epitomizes the definition of the Pinnacle Award."

In addition to receiving the award, Swift will battle against other country singers in six categories that include Entertainer of the Year and Female Vocalist of the Year. Swift will also take the stage at the annual event to perform with the likes of Vince Gill, Alison Krauss, Sam Bush, Edgar Meyer and Eric Darken.

Justin Bieber Reportedly Parties With 30 Girls in Rented Mansion

After visiting a club called Centauros in Rio de Janeiro, the 'As Long As You Love Me' singer reportedly holds a private party with 30 hand-picked girls in a rented mansion.

In addition to visiting a club called Centauros as he was in Brazil, Justin Bieber reportedly held a party with 30 girls in a rented mansion. According to Brazilian newspaper Extra, Bieber went to Zax Club in Barra, west Rio, at around 1:30 A.M. on Sunday morning, November 3.

The Canadian pop star partied in a private room on second floor and left the establishment at around 3 A.M. The singer was said leaving the place with his bodyguards and 30 girls whom he personally hand-picked. The group allegedly continued partying at a rented mansion in Joa, west Rio.

On Friday, a man covered in bed sheet who was believed to be Bieber was photographed leaving a popular brothel Centauros in Rio de Janeiro. According to Page Six, two women were also with him. A source, however, insisted that the establishment wasn't actually a brothel as previously reported.

The source told E! News that the place was more like an "old-fashioned gentleman's club." The source described the place, "It is not over-the-top nice, but it isn't sleazy, either. It has a dance floor. For what it is, it is high end and it's not cheap to get in there. There is an entrance fee. Playboy types go there and local businessmen and tourists."

A representative for the "Baby" singer has not made comment following the reports. The 19-year-old singer, however, once told fans not to believe rumors about him. "Please stop believing rumors, they are just that. bs rumors, getting tired of it, no truth to them. moving on now. seriously moving on," he tweeted.

Lydia McLaughlin Exits 'Real Housewives of Orange County' After One Season

The granddaughter of Canadian media mogul Geoff Stirling likens her 'bittersweet' departure from the show to a breakup with a boyfriend.

Lydia McLaughlin is leaving "The Real Housewives of Orange County" after joining the Bravo show for one season only. The granddaughter of Canadian media mogul Geoff Stirling confirms that she will not return for the upcoming ninth cycle.

The married mother of two tells Us Weekly, "It's bittersweet." The 32-year-old magazine entrepreneur adds, "I compare it to breaking up with a boyfriend you know you're not going to end up with - it's hard, but overall you know you're doing the right thing."

The "Orange County" is left with the remaining members Vicki Gunvalson, Tamra Barney, and Heather Dubrow, after fellow stars Alexis Bellino and Gretchen Rossi were reported being fired from the reality series earlier this September.

McLaughlin says there was "no epic story" or dispute behind her exit from the show. Despite being "flattered" that producers asked her to come back, she claims it's "never really been a dream of mine." She adds, "I never wanted to make a career out of being a housewife."

The wife of Doug McLaughlin continues, "I want to build my brand outside of the Housewives - I've always been really honest with the producers about that. I knew that while I was filming it that I probably wasn't going to be doing it again."

"I want to develop our own reality show about our magazine and all the glitz and glamour involved with publishing it," she elaborates further.

Although her short tenure on the show, she doesn't "have any regrets." She says, "I got to be kind of a different voice - I think that my fans love the love and positivity that I brought." She also stays in touch with her former co-stars, "I still see Alexis and Gretchen. Ironically they're not on the show anymore!"

Gerard Butler and Vin Diesel in Talks for Video Game Adaptation 'Kane and Lynch'

The 'Law Abiding Citizen' duo could team up anew against a group of criminals in the Millennium film project to be directed by F. Gary Gray.

"Law Abiding Citizen" duo Gerard Butler and Vin Diesel could reunite in a new movie. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the former is in negotiations to play Kane in a big-screen adaptation of video game "Kane & Lynch", while the latter gets an offer to portray Lynch.

Lionsgate initially planned to pair Bruce Willis with Jamie Foxx on the key roles and Simon Crane at the helm. After the stalled attempt, now the project is back on track at Nu Image/Millennium with F. Gary Gray on board as a director. He previously worked with Butler and Diesel in the 2009 thriller "Law Abiding Citizen".

The story revolves around death row inmate Kane on a journey across the globe to retrieve a stolen fortune in order to save his wife and daughter from a gang of criminals. Lynch tags along for the ride. The script is penned by Skip Woods and Kyle Ward, with Adrian Askarieh and Daniel Alter as producers.

Butler was last seen in White House terrorist attack movie "Olympus Has Fallen" and has signed on for its sequel "London Has Fallen". He also reprises his voice role in "How to Train Your Dragon 2". Diesel, meanwhile, last appeared on the big screen in "Riddick" and is currently filming "Fast and Furious 7" and working on "Guardians of the Galaxy".

'Breaking Bad' Creator Vince Gilligan to Guest Star on 'Community'

The 'Breaking Bad' mastermind will play a smooth-talking gold digger who fuels a fight between Annie and Abed.

Vince Gilligan is going to make his acting debut on the upcoming fifth season of "Community". EW reports the "Breaking Bad" creator will play a smooth-talking gold digger who fuels a fight between Annie (Alison Brie) and Abed (Danny Pudi).

The Dan Harmon-created comedy series will kick off its season 5 on January 2, 2014. Filming for the episode where Gilligan will make a guest appearance takes place this week. The episode is expected to air in either late winter or early spring next year.

Gilligan is not the only "Breaking Bad" member who guests on "Community". Jonathan Banks, the Mike Ehrmantraut of the crime drama, will channel his inner criminology professor in 11 episodes of the college-set series. Former co-star Giancarlo Esposito previously appeared in seasons 3 and 4.

Other guests on "Community" this season include Walton Goggins, Nathan Fillion, Robert Patrick, Paget Brewster, Kumail Nanjiani, Tim Heidecker, Eric Wareheim, Katie Leclerc, Ben Folds and "Arrested Development" creator Mitchell Hurwitz. The returning guests, meanwhile, are John Oliver, Rob Corddry and Brie Larson.

After "Breaking Bad" came to an end earlier this year, Gilligan is working on spinoff "Better Call Saul" which focuses on Walter White's resourceful lawyer Saul Goodman. He is also developing CBS' detective drama "Battle Creek" with "House" creator David Shore as a showrunner.

President Obama to Host 'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom' Screening at White House

President Barack Obama will be joined by Harvey Weinstein, Justin Chadwick, Idris Elba, Naomie Harris and Nelson Mandela's two daughters.

 

 

"Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom" will be screened at the White House this coming weekend. President Barack Obama will be joined by Harvey Weinstein, director Justin Chadwick and cast Idris Elba and Naomie Harris.

"Knowing what a strong relationship President Obama has with President Mandela, it's an honor for this film to be shown at the White House," Weinstein says in a statement. Nelson Mandela's daughters Zindzi and Zenani Mandela will be present as well.

The screening will take place on Thursday, November 7, the same day that First Lady Michelle Obama is scheduled to host high school students who have passion in movie business at an event with as yet unnamed industry experts.

An Oscar contender, the movie is based on the South African President's autobiography of the same name. It chronicles his early life, coming of age, education and 27 years in prison before becoming a president and working to rebuild the country's once segregated society.

 

 

 

 

Nick Jonas Heats Up 'Careful What You Wish For' Teaser

The former Disney star plays a high school student who gets caught up in an affair with a married woman played by Isabel Lucas.

Nick Jonas shows off his guns on a teaser of his upcoming thriller "Careful What You Wish For". The youngest member of the Jonas Brothers is seen having a steamy makeout session with Isabel Lucas in another scene.

Nick plays a high schooler named Doug Martin who gets a lot more than he bargained for when he's drawn into an affair with the young wife of a wealthy businessman. Isabel portrays the wife and Dermot Mulroney is the husband.

"It's an interesting movie; really intense sort of sexy thriller with a lot of twists and turns. It's a great acting role. It's something I can really dive into and sort of lose myself in and become this person for a little while, which is exciting," Nick told MTV News.

The Weeknd Joins Justin Timberlake on 'The 20/20 Experience' Tour

The Canadian singer will join the former NSYNC member at six shows, which will take place in Brooklyn, Hartford, East Rutherford, Philadelphia, Raleigh, and Nashville.

The Weeknd has announced that he will support Justin Timberlake for a few dates of his "The 20/20 Experience" tour. The Canadian singer shared his excitement on Monday, October 4, tweeting a poster of Timberlake's upcoming tour. "justin timberlake // the weeknd," he simply captioned it.

He will serve as the opening act for six dates, starting on November 6 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. He will rejoin with Timberlake when they hit arenas in Hartford, East Rutherford, Philadelphia, Raleigh, and Nashville.

The Weeknd is still enjoying the success of his debut LP, "Kiss Land", which entered Billboard 200 at No. 2 after being released earlier this year.

The 23-year-old entertainer just wrapped his own 35-date headlining tour to support the album. Next year, the singer whose real name is Abel Tesfaye will join fellow Canadian star Drake for the European leg of the rapper's "Would You Like a Tour?" tour.

• Nov. 6 - Brooklyn, NY - Barclays Center
• Nov. 7 - Hartford, CT - XL Center
• Nov. 9 - East Rutherford, NJ - IZOD Center
• Nov. 10 - Philadelphia, PA - Wells Fargo Center
• Nov. 13 - Raleigh, NC - PNC Arena
• Nov. 15 - Nashville, TN - Bridgestone Arena

Katy Perry Beats Justin Bieber as Most Followed Person on Twitter

The 'Walking on Air' singer has 46,529,319 followers in comparison to the 'Baby' singer who collects 46,507,829 followers by Monday morning

Katy Perry is now the most popular person on Twitter. The "Roar" singer beat Justin Bieber with 46,529,319 followers on Monday morning, November 4. The "Baby" singer, meanwhile, had 46,507,829 followers. Back in January, Bieber snagged the first position from Lady GaGa.

Perry also has more "likes" on Facebook compared to Bieber. She has 59.26 million while the 19-year-old pop star has 57.28 million. The Mother Monster, who currently has 40.39 million Twitter followers, is the strongest on Facebook with 60.35 million "likes".

Perry talked about her social media strategy to USA Today in October. In the interview, the "Fireworks" songtress revealed that her first rule on Twitter is "less is more." She also shared an advice, saying, "When you decide to have a glass of wine, put the phone down. Don't drink and tweet." She added, "Don't use it just to promote yourself. That's boring."

John Mayer's girlfriend also said that she did not like the idea of using the platform to shoot down rumors. "I see a lot of celebrities send out messages like that online, and I think, 'Sweetheart, nobody knows about this so-called issue because we don't have you on Google Alert. You're just throwing another log on the fire.' I do it only in extreme cases if someone is jeopardizing my character," she explained.

Brant Daugherty Eliminated From 'Dancing with the Stars'

The 'Pretty Little Liars' star got a 9 each from the three judges in the individual performance but lost to Leah Remini in the dance battle.

Brant Daugherty's journey on "Dancing with the Stars" came to an end on Monday night, October 4. The "Pretty Little Liars" star said after his elimination, "I've learned something I never thought I'd be able to learn in my life. I learned a lot about myself and I'm just very very grateful for the opportunity."

Cher guest judged that night. Brant danced the Foxtrot with Peta Murgatroyd to Cher's "Shoop Shoop Song (It's in His Kiss)" from movie "Mermaids". All the three judges agreed that Brant had the star quality and did a good job, but Carrie Ann Inaba and Bruno Tonioli pointed out that he could have done it better if he worked on his finesse more. The couple got a 9 each from the judges.

In the dance-off, Brant and Peta danced the Rumba battling it out with Leah Remini and Tony Dovolani. "Wonderful from both of you," Bruno praised the two contestants. Cher agreed, "I feel the emotion and the passion from all four people." Carrie Ann and Cher voted for Leah and Tony, while Bruno picked Brant and Peta. As the result, Leah got extra three points.

"DWTS" will be back next week with Leah & Tony, Bill Engvall & Emma Slater, Elizabeth Berkley & Val Chmerkovsky, Corbin Bleu & Karina Smirnoff, Amber Riley & Derek Hough, and Jack Osbourne & Cheryl Burke.

The Wanted Performs 'We Own the Night' on 'Good Morning America'

The five boys also perform their hit single called 'I Found You' when visiting the ABC show to promote their newest album, 'Word of Mouth'.

British boyband The Wanted promoted their newest album, "Word of Mouth", by rocking the stage of "Good Morning America" on Monday, November 4. The five boys treated fans who packed the studio in New York's Times Square with the live renditions of their hit singles.

Max George and his bandmates opened their set on the ABC morning show with "We Own the Night", the fourth cut off their third studio effort. They continued their performance with "I Found You", the second single taken from the same record.

The boys also discussed their new album in a short interview with host Lara Spencer. Set to be released on November 5, the follow-up to 2011's "Battleground" is described by George as the group's "best album yet."

"It's taken us two years to make so hopefully it's pretty good," the 25-year-old boybander said. "I think it's our best album yet, and we're genuinely really proud of it."

'The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug' Debuts New Trailer at Live Fan Ev

The trailer offers new sneak peeks at the Hobbits' dangerous journey to the dragon's lair in order to take back their homeland.

 

A fresh trailer for "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug" has just been released during a global live fan event along with a new poster and behind-the-scene look at the movie's making. The video is filled with new footage that gives glimpses at the dwarves' epic journey to the Lonely Mountain to reclaim their homeland.

The event was broadcast online from around the world including New York, London, Los Angeles and Wellington, New Zealand. Director Peter Jackson along with cast Orlando Bloom, Andy Serkis, Evangeline Lilly and Richard Armitage among others was on hand at the event hosted by CNN anchor Anderson Cooper.

The "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" sequel will see Thorin Oakenshield leading his people to where the sleeping dragon Smaug resides. They encounter along the way the skin-changer Beorn and a swarm of giant Spiders in the treacherous forest of Mirkwood. It will hit theaters across U.S. on December 13.