Grammy Nom Preview: Who Will Lead The Way?

First Published: November 30, 2011 11:16 AM EST Credit: Getty Images Caption Adele performs onstage during the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards at Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles on August 28, 2011LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- She likely wont get 21, but Adele is poised to take the biggest share of nods when the Grammy nominations are announced Wednesday night. The British singer-songwriter has had a great year, thanks to her sophomore album, 21. The mournful album about a failed relationship is the years best-selling disc with over 4.5 million copies sold. It has resulted in two smash singles, Rolling in the Deep and Someone Like You. The Recording Academy will likely add to Adeles achievements. She is a strong contender to get bids for album of the year and for song and/or record of the year for the searing groove Rolling in the Deep. But shes not the only favorite for top nominations. Taylor Swifts multiplatinum Speak Now is a possible contender for album of the year, as is Tony Bennetts Duets II, which marked the 85-year-olds first album to debut at No. 1, making him the oldest artist to achieve that feat. Lady Gagas Born This Way, which had the years biggest debut with 1.1 million albums sold in its first week, could become her third straight disc to be nominated for album of the year. She was cited for The Fame Monster this year and for her debut, The Fame, in 2010. Then theres Kanye West. His My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy was one of the most highly regarded albums of 2010, and is eligible for a nomination for album of the year. So is his collaboration with Jay-Z for Watch the Throne, another contender in the category. A handful of the nominations are scheduled to be revealed during the fourth annual Grammy nominations concert special, to air live from the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles on CBS at 10 p.m. EST. Lady Gaga is slated to open and close the show. Other performers include Katy Perry, who could get a record of the year nomination for her hit Firework; Rihanna, who could snag a few nominations, including album of the year for Loud; and The Band Perry, the country sibling trio likely to be up for best new artist. (Another strong contender for that category, Nicki Minaj, is scheduled to be a presenter on the special.) The Band Perry, at rehearsals Tuesday night, were hopeful about getting a nomination. Our fingers are crossed. We kinda dont like to think too much about that kind of stuff on nights before nominations. We dont want to be a bad luck charm. Ill tell you what, it would be the cherry on top of a really wonderful year, said Kimberly Perry. We actually just today got the news that weve been certified platinum. Weve been high-fiving and celebrating all day. If we were honored to be nominated for best new artist, we would definitely be celebrating two days in a row. This years nominations will mark the newly trimmed Grammys. Earlier this year, amid some protests, the academy cut the number of categories from 109 to 78. Some of the more niche categories, like best Zydeco or Cajun music album, were eliminated. In addition, men and women will now compete together in vocal categories for pop, R&B and country, instead of having separate categories for each sex. Even with the reductions, there is an avalanche of categories, as noted by Neil Portnow, the Academys CEO and president. Weve got 78 categories now. It would certainly be impossible to do all of them on any of our shows, he said Tuesday. The 54th annual Grammy Awards will be presented Feb. 12 in Los Angeles, and will be telecast live on CBS. Copyright 2011 by The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Natalie Wood Dying: 10 Other Famous Unsolved Hollywood Mysteries

The mysterious conditions surrounding Natalie Wood's dying continue being mysterious nearly 30 years after she drowned in the coast of California. Thanks, simply, to a different book co-written with the captain in the boat Wood was on before her dying, the La County Sheriff's Department has reopened the problem, though no suspects have not yet been named. Wood, 43 throughout time of her dying, drowned on November. 29, 1981, throughout a spead boat along with her husband Robert Wagner and actor Christopher Walken. According to various reviews, Wood, Wagner and Walken happen to be consuming, then when Wood visited when in the ship to possess a loose dinghy around evening time, she fell to the water. An unhealthy swimmer wearing huge coat, the coroner ruled that Wood died by accidental drowning. Wood and Wagner apparently stood a large fight just before the incident, and -- inside the new book 'Goodbye Natalie, Goodbye Splendour' -- Dennis Davern, the ship's captain, alleges he heard the ideal after which it "silence." More youthful crowd states that Wagner wouldn't permit him to call the Coast Guard when Wood went missing. That detail could become major for your police in tests tell you the book's co-author Marti Rulli, Wood's jacket may have really saved her afloat for several hours and not attracted her lower for the ocean floor, since the initial coroner's report suggested. "I made some terrible options and mistakes," Davern told the Today show on Friday. "I did so lie around the report in the past. I made mistakes by not telling the candid truth in the police report." When asked for if he felt Wagner was "responsible" for Wood's dying, Davern mentioned, "Yes I'd inform them.In . Thinking about the Wood situation being reopened, listed below are ten other unsolved Hollywood mysteries. Famous Hollywood Unsolved Mysteries Roscoe 'Fatty' ArbuckleThomas InceThelma ToddElizabeth Short (The Black Dahlia)George ReevesMarilyn MonroeBruce LeeBob CraneO.J. SimpsonTupac Shakur See All Moviefone Galleries » [Photo: AP] Follow Moviefone on Twitter Like Moviefone on Facebook

Tyler Perry on Kim Kardashian Movie Casting: 'What Better Person!'

Tyler Perry has a little of the love-hate relationship with movie experts, but Perry fans have always was through the director. All of this transformed in October, once the filmmaker made the decision to cast actress, model, divorcee famous person Kim Kardashian in the approaching movie, 'The Counselor.A Fans weren't happy. A week ago, the director authored a publish on TylerPerry.com, protecting his choice. I understood this message [of the movie] wasn't just for my age bracket, however for all audiences, particularly the youth... And not simply the youthful people who follow me, however the youthful people who are following other youthful people, too... About two several weeks ago, lengthy before I even learned about Kim's marriage or divorce, I had been attempting to finish off the casting. I stated to 1 of my producers, 'who else is available that youthful individuals are searching for to?' Among my producers demonstrated me pictures that his daughter had taken of countless hundred kids arranged nearby to get involved with a Kardashian store. They desired to meet Kim. I figured, selection person!... And finally, because In my opinion that my films speak internally, why wouldn't Kim Kardashian be asked right into a film about Belief, Forgiveness and also the healing energy of God? What's wrong with this?? So, that's it. Perry desired to achieve the youth of America. Hence, Kim Kardashian. Read the whole publish over on TylerPerry.com. [TylerPerry.com via Movieline] [Photo: WireImage] Kim Kardashian at America online/Huffington Publish Game Changers Honours See All Moviefone Art galleries » Follow Moviefone on Twitter Like Moviefone on Facebook

Manley On For Warren Beatty's new pic

The untitled Howard Hughes dramaLast June, word began to leak out about Warren Beatty's next planned project, a film in regards to the live and loves of reclusive magnate Howard Hughes. Little remains discovered the film ever since then, but Beatty remains busy hunting for a cast, with Felicity Manley now in line to see the feminine lead.The film, which still doesn't include the official title (or indeed, its financing in place), will chronicle part of Hughes existence story, with Beatty pointing and playing charge. Manley, last noticed in The Tempest, is really a youthful lady who falls for your businessman's driver and assistant, however evolves an issue for your guy themselves. Knowing by Beatty's casting, that is set somewhat later within the existence than, say, The Aviator.For that motive pressure, Beatty remains loss his options lower, though Justin Timberlake and Somewhere's Alden Ehrenreich are apparently among people in your mind. Gleam chance the type of Jack Nicholson, Alec Baldwin and Annette Bening (Also called Mrs Beatty) could show on the watch's screen.Beatty's been concentrating on that certain for age groups which is searching to be shooting next season. It'll mark his first pointing gig since 1998's Bulworth.

Rupert Grint Plays My Favorite Scene: Harry Potter Edition

This weekend, most of the Harry Potter cast and filmmakers flew down to Universal Orlando’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter to fte the home release of Deathly Hallows — Part 2, the final installment in the film series based on J.K. Rowling’s beloved books. At a Potter-themed party in Hogsmeade Village Saturday night — complete with a performance by the frog choir, endless rounds of butter beer served by wizards and fireworks — franchise star Rupert Grint took a moment to play a round of ‘My Favorite Scene’ with Movieline. Just outside of Honeydukes Homemade Sweets, the English actor recalled his favorite moment from all of the Potter films, in which he has spent a decade playing Harry’s dependable best friend Ron Weasley. After thinking hard for a few moments, Grint explained, “I think the chess scene was always quite a big one for me, because the set was just amazing.” “That first film really was just so exciting. It was a whole new world for me. It was just very new. Getting to ride that horse and doing all of these stunts. It was just amazing at 11 years old to be there while they’re blowing up chess pieces and others are on fire. It’s something I’ll always remember.” Relive Rupert’s favorite Harry Potter moment below before sharing your own in the comment section. Follow Julie Miller on Twitter. Follow Movieline on Twitter.

'Payne' cast reflects on the top reminiscences

"House of Payne" cast people want to be on the family-focused show having a cast and crew that feels as though a household of their own, however the chance to utilize series creator Tyler Perry (who's even made an appearance on the program because the infamous "Madea") is really a special bonus -- along with a challenge. "You need to be towards the top of your game whenever using Tyler," states co-star Keshia Dark night Pulliam. "He needs lots of you, however i have it while he also provides a considerable amount of themself in everything he is doing.InchLaVan Davis (Curtis "Jumps" Payne)Best factor concerning the show: Davis states positive responses from fans are what he most likes. "People let me know the way they get together watching the show like a family," he states. "It will help these to find out about real situations in existence and just how to cope with them."Memorable moment: "Gladys Dark night was on the program (in season 5 episode 'The Talent Show'), and I am a large fan of hers," Davis states. He's also looking forward to an approaching episode featuring Sherman Hemsley and Marla Gibbs of "The Jeffersons."Favorite factor regarding your character: "His honesty."Allen Payne (C.J. Payne)Best factor concerning the show: " 'House of Payne' shows the connecting of family," he states.Fan reaction: "Audiences always share tales of methods much they anticipate the show and also the training they learn."Significance of first 200 episodes: The appropriately named Payne states showing your way of C.J. and Janine (Demetria McKinney) has demonstrated informative. "Taking part within the evolution of my character's marriage and just how we went from married to divorced to married again provides an chance that i can take a look at associations in a different way."Favorite factor regarding your character: "He's a great guy along with a great father, and that i like representing individuals roles."Keshia Dark night Pulliam (Miranda Payne) Best factor concerning the show: " 'House of Payne' is a blessing." She states the episode-per-day, four-episodes-per-week shooting schedule is rough, but "it's pressed me and challenged me just to walk on set and deliver my best performance each time.Inch Fan reaction: "Our audience really lives around. It's crazy! 'House of Payne' fans really connect with the show and our figures. It is the viewers' actions, excitement and support that speak volumes," she states. "I was scheduled to finish the show captured, but here i am back for 42 more episodes." Significance of first 200 episodes: "The show is continuing to grow advances and bounds of these 200 episodes. Above all else, this is an inspiration the possible can be done.Inch Memorable moment: Miranda and Calvin's wedding in season four's two-parter, "We have Come This Far by Belief." Favorite factor regarding your character: "She's spunky and powerful. Miranda's a contemporary-day lady who's juggling everything: family, career, marriage. She's not perfect and makes lots of mistakes, but her fascination with her husband, Calvin, and her children is unwavering. She's very relatable towards the audience." The Tyler Perry effect: "I have learned a lot from watching him and finding yourself in his presence. Above all else, I have discovered getting a obvious vision, fantasizing larger than what anybody thinks can be done or what (you believe) you are able to, and having that dream." Larramie "Doc" Shaw (Malik Payne) Best factor concerning the show: " 'House of Payne' is really a show for any age,' he states. "The show is family-friendly, and i'm proud to take part in this kind of series." Significance of first 200 episodes: "From the beginning of production 'til now, the cast and crew is continuing to grow close like a family. Visiting use people who you think about family makes work fun." Memorable moment: Like Pulliam, Shaw singles out season four's two-part wedding episode "We have Come This Far by Belief," saying it had been particularly memorable to him because "it had been filled with surprises and laughs." Favorite factor regarding your character: "My character is loaded with lots of room for comedy moments." The Tyler Perry effect: "Mr. Perry provided my start and it has assisted groom my career," Shaw states. "I'm proud to utilize him." Tyler Perry's 'House of Payne' 200th Episode:'Payne' yields pleasure for Perry, The best spinner's Perry's wager on themself takes care of handsomely Charitable organisation no rarity Pipeline full for Mr. 'Deeds' Areu is appropriate-hands guy inside Perry's empire 'Payne' cast reflects on the top reminiscences Contact the range newsroom at news@variety.com

Madonna Discloses Tortured Youth: Boys Known as Me Hairy Monster

First Released: November 10, 2011 4:25 PM EST Credit: Harper's Bazaar La, Calif. -- Caption Madonna and Andrea Riseborough around the cover of Harpers Bazaars December 2011 issueMadonna wasnt always the legendary, sizzling sex symbol who countless fans have started to know and adore. Actually, based on the Material Girl herself, her childhood was tortured and rife with painful schoolyard taunts. The boys during my school would poker fun at me, Madonna revealed within an interview for Harpers Bazaars December problem. [They known as me] hairy monster. You realize, such things as that. Madge also says she started to locate her confidence when she embarked to gay clubs in her own teen years. Straight males didn't find me attractive, she told the mag. I believe these were frightened of me because I had been different. Though many fans have been in awe of her capability to retain her youthful looks and apparently endless energy, Madonna states shes fed up with getting her age constantly pointed out within the press. I've found whenever someone creates anything about me, my maturity is appropriate after my title, she stated. Its similar to theyre saying, Here she's, but don't forget shes this age, so shes not too relevant any longer. Or Allows punish her by telling her and everybody else. Adding, Whenever you put somebody's age lower, youre restricting them. To possess fun, thats the primary problem. To continue being a provocateur, to complete what we should see because the arena of youthful people, to impress, to become edgy, to begin a revolution. Age certainly hasn't limited Madonnas capability to provoke the celebrity is presently preparing for that December 9 discharge of her feature film directorial debut, W.E, an intimate drama in line with the affair between Englands King Edward VIII and American divorcee Wallis Simpson a subject the singer discovered to be oddly polarizing throughout her time across water-feature. After I raised the topic of Wallis Simpson to individuals after i was residing in England, I had been amazed through the outrage which was triggered by her title, Madonna stated. The film is about the cult of celebrity. We love to to place people on the pedestal, provide them with one character trait, and when they step outdoors of this shrine-like area that people blocked out on their behalf, only then do we will punish them. For that full interview with Madonna, get a duplicate of Harpers Bazaar on newsstands November 29. Copyright 2011 by NBC Universal, Corporation. All privileges reserved. These components might not be released, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Morgan Freeman Can Get Golden Globes Lifetime Achievement Award

Oscar champion Morgan Freeman has received an amazing career by any measure now he'll have another feather within the cap. The Hollywood Foreign Press just introduced the 74-year-old star of 'Glory,' 'Se7en,' and 'The Shawshank Redemption' can get the Cecil B. DeMille Award for lifetime achievement within the 69th annual Golden Globe Honours on Jan. 15. Freeman remains acting since 1964 and contains been nominated five occasions with an Academy Award too for five Golden Globes, winning a best supporting actor Oscar for 'Million Dollar Baby' together with a best actor Globe for 'Driving Miss Daisy.' Last year's people receiving the Cecil B. DeMille award was Robert P Niro previous honorees include Sidney Poitier, Sophia Loren, Sean Connery, Barbra Streisand, and Martin Scorsese. Freeman shows no signs and signs and symptoms of slowing down lower lower: His latest 'Dolphin Tale,' is becoming in theaters and 'The Dark Dark evening Rises' and 'Summer at Dog Dave's' for director Make the most of Reiner will be out next season. [via THR] [Photo: AFP/Getty] Follow Moviefone on Twitter Like Moviefone on Facebook RELATED

Ellen DeGeneres Named Helps Envoy US Promises New Funding

First Released: November 8, 2011 2:47 PM EST Credit: Getty Images Caption Ellen DeGeneres poses within the press room throughout the The American Idol Show Gives Back event, held in the Wally Disney Concert Hall, La, April 25, 2007WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The Federal government has introduced $60 million in funding to battle Helps transmission in sub-Saharan Africa, along with a new special envoy to boost global awareness concerning the deadly disease: Ellen DeGeneres. Secretary of Condition Hillary Rodham Clinton states the actress brings her sharp wit and large heart, and her impressive TV audience and 8 million fans on Twitter to aid U.S. efforts in order to save the lives of individuals struggling with Aids/Helps. Clinton states the cash can help scale up and assess new prevention methods. She stated Tuesday more effective prevention techniques were driving infections lower, which makes it easy to treat more and more people. She stated that's permitting health campaigners the very first time to obtain in front of the pandemic, making progress toward creating an Helps-free generation. Copyright 2011 through the Connected Press. All privileges reserved. These components might not be released, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Shout! Factory to Problem Richard Pryor Compact disc/DVD Box Set (Exclusive)

Santa Monica's Shout! Factory, recognized for making classy Dvd disks of classic Television shows (such as the October release Barney Burns: The Entire Series), has joined with Indigo Corporation. to create and distribute a Compact disc/DVD box set dedicated to comedian Richard Pryor's entire careeer: comedy records, complete concert films and television special highlights. "From his classic programs to fresh, undiscovered material,this box set will give you a wealthy summary of his comedy vision,"Indigo CEOJennifer Lee Pryorsaid. The set is going to be launched in summer time 2012. Shout! Factory also introduced a brand new type of deal for the organization: Rather than simply certification DVD privileges towards the hit 1960-64 Television show Route 66, it bought proprietary privileges towards the series, including all 116 original episodes, aged materials, worldwide home theatre and digital privileges and United States broadcast privileges. "Once we are strongly growing our buying libraries of premiere television and flicks, this deal demonstrates the kind of proper purchases we intend to positively pursue," stated Shout! co-founders Richard Foos, Bob Emmer and Garson Foos inside a joint statement. Anticipate seeing the Kerouac-inspired show (with guest stars Robert Redford, Robert Duvall, Walter Matthau, Martin Sheen, James Caan, Burt Reynolds, Boris Karloff, Peter Lorre, Lon Chaney Junior., Ron Howard, Lee Marvin, Suzanne Pleshette, Erectile dysfunction Asnerand Cloris Leachman) via electronic-sell-through, video-on-demand, subscription video-on-demand and United States broadcast, cable and distribution. Roxbury Entertainment and producer Kirk Hallam, who've maintained trademark and television remake and film privileges, are creating a Route 66 TV series remake with Shout! Factory. Related Subjects Richard Pryor

Fall TV Survey: It's Good to Be a TV Fan These Days

Jason O'Mara The golden age of TV is happening now.With fast-growing and endless technological advancements, 52 percent of viewers say it's better to be a TV fan now more than ever, according to TVGuide.com's Fall 2011 TV Survey. And why not? Between new apps, gadgets and social TV features, like our very own Watchlist, fans have more ways to watch their favorite shows and stay connected with friends and fellow couch potatoes.It also helps that the content itself is top-notch, as 36 percent say that this TV season is better than last year's. Among users' favorite new shows: Revenge, Person of Interest and Terra Nova. Our Watchlist users also have a lot to gloat about because they correctly predicted this season's new hits:Nine of the top 10 most-added freshmen series have been picked up for full seasons (and ABC just ordered five new scripts of the 10th, Pan Am). Who said watching TV makes you dumb? Clearly, it's made TVGuide.com users smarter.The complete results of the survey (also embedded below), which surveyed 5,897 respondents in October 2011, were presented byTVGuide.com at Friday's Mashable Media Summit in NY.Tell us how TV has made you smarter. Open publication - Free publishing - More mashable