Monthly Archives: September 2009

Kanye West Crashes VMA Stage During Taylor Swift’s Award Speech Kanye West Invades The VMA Stage During Taylor Swift’s Speech

This time Kanye West picked the beginning of the Video Music Awards to deliver one of his famous rants. At least he got it out of the way quickly.

The rapper stormed the stage just after the first award, for Best Female Video, was presented to Taylor Swift. He cut the teen singer off, grabbing the mic and protesting in support of Beyoncé.

“I’m sorry, but Beyoncé had one of the best videos of all time,” he proclaimed as B looked on from the crowd, stunned.

Swift was also shocked as West momentarily pulled the Moonman out of the country star’s hand.

During the 2007 VMAs in Las Vegas, West delivered another bombastic rant and lost if after he was displeased with his performance being set inside a hotel suite rather than on the show’s main stage.

At the time he vowed to never return to an MTV awards show.

‘Ye’s often displaced rants are usually in support of his own work. He memorably took the stage at the American Music Awards in 2004, declaring he was robbed of the Best New Artist nod.

His protest against Swift, however, was not well received. West stood briefly on the stage after his comments as the crowd was silent. Audience members then began to clap in support of Swift after West left the stage.

Once cameras cut away from the action, West apparently flipped off the crowd and returned to his seat. During the next commercial break, Pink walked by the rapper and appeared to shake her head in disgust before security escorted her away. West remained steadfast amidst the commotion as he planted a kiss on his girlfriend Amber Rose.

Lady Gaga Arrives At 2009 VMAs With Kermit the Frog

n July, Lady Gaga appeared on a German television show wearing a top made entirely of stitched-together Kermit the Frog stuffed animals, some sporting glittery eye shadow, and a hat comprised of his head. On the MTV Video Music Awards red carpet Sunday (September 13), the pop and fashion icon decided she’d rather hold the green guy’s hand.

In one of the funniest and most unexpected red-carpet entrances of the night, the “Poker Face” singer sauntered up to Radio City Music Hall alongside the most famous of the Muppets. No slouch herself when it comes to outrageous fashion choices, Gaga wore a gold neck brace, gold face mask and black feathers sprouting all over her. Elements of the wardrobe came from designer Jean Paul Gaultier.

While Gaga stepped out of her limo, Kermit decided to chill inside. But before she headed down the carpet, she leaned in and gave the frog a smooch. Kermit was only too happy to return the favor. As of press time, there was no word about Miss Piggy’s response to this new celebrity coupling.

As Gaga stopped on the carpet to chat with MTV News, Kermit flagged her down to make sure she hadn’t forgotten her credentials to get inside Radio City. Then, of course, they took the opportunity to kiss a bit more.

“He’s been a really good date,” Gaga said. “It’s our first date, but we’ve been eyeing each other for a while.”

“We’re just friends!” Kermit claimed.

The red-carpet arrival instantly became another of Gaga’s classic public appearances, joining other times when she’s rocked wacky outfits like skintight pleather pants, crystal-adorned leotards, gladiator-style body armor, S&M masks and Marilyn Monroe-esque blonde wigs.

Gaga then headed inside to get set for her highly secretive performance and to see how many Moonmen she’ll take home after being nominated nine times, including nods for Video of the Year and Best Female Video.

The 2009 MTV Video Music Awards Preshow is under way, soon to be followed by the big event, live at 9 p.m. Check out our interactive map of New York to see how the city is celebrating the VMAs all week long, and stay tuned for party coverage, concert reports, behind-the-scenes updates and more.

Gearing Up For MTV VMA 2009

The MTV VMA or the Video Music Award 2009 is scheduled to take place on the September 13th, from 8 p.m. onwards. This year’s event is being hosted by Russel brand once more. The VMA will be kicked off with a tribute performance by songstress Jane Jackson, paid to her late brother, the King of Pop, Michael Jackson.

Other key performances at this year’s VMA is touted to feature such high profile names as the R&B diva Alicia Keys, The All-American Rejects, R&B singing sensation Beyonce, Jay-Z, teen sensation Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga and a host of others. A certain factor to spice up the event in plenty.

Other events to be a part of the awards ceremony will be the documentary based on the life of Michael Jackson called “This Is It,” which will debut at the VMA. Likewise, a much hyped about trailer clip from the upcoming “Twilight” installment “New Moon,” is all set to make its debut during the course of the evening. To unveil the clip at the event, “Twilight”’s leading cast including the likes of Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart and Taylor Lautner will be present at the show, making it a must watch for all die-hard “Twilight” fans.

At this year’s VMA, the big earners have been Lady Gaga and Beyonce, so far, each with nine nominations to their credit. It is just a matter of moments now that will reveal who the big winners emerge to be from the winter. This year’s Best New Artist will be decided by the audience voting, from among Drake, Kid Cudi, Lady Gaga, 3OH!3 or Asher Roth.