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Shania Twain, Jennifer Nettles + More to Present at 2013 Billboard Music Awards

Christina Vinson — Sun, 19 May 2013 20:05:27 +0000

Vegas will once again be going country, but this time it's for the 2013 Billboard Music Awards. The superstar-filled event will be bursting at the seams with country artists this year -- it's just been announced that Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland, Shania Twain and others will present awards during the event.

Willie Nelson, Darius Rucker Awarded Honorary Doctorates

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 19 May 2013 18:33:30 +0000

It proved an interesting weekend for higher education in country music circles last weekend, as country stars Willie Nelson and Darius Rucker both became honorary doctors of music. 80-year-old Nelson was honored by Berklee College of Music in Boston on Saturday night (May 11), alongside Carole King and Annie Lennox. “I was going to ask [...]

Carrie Underwood's 'The Sound of Music' to Air This Winter

Megan Pacella — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:03:53 +0000

News about Carrie Underwood‘s role in the upcoming NBC adaptation of the musical ‘The Sound of Music’ has been swirling for months, and now, we have a premiere date. On December 5, we’ll finally get to see how Underwood plays the role of the iconic Maria Von Trapp on live television. Mary Martin originated the [...]

Kellie Pickler Applauds Angelina Jolie for Bringing Awareness to Breast Cancer

Sterling Whitaker — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:41:45 +0000

It's no secret that Kellie Pickler is a strong advocate for the early detection of breast cancer, and after news broke on Tuesday (May 14) that Angelina Jolie had undergone a double mastectomy, the country star and 'Dancing With the Stars' contestant saluted the actress for going public with her experience.

Taylor Swift Fan Arrested for Trespassing Near Her Rhode Island Home

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 18 May 2013 20:11:53 +0000

Given all the publicity and media attention that Taylor Swift got for plunking down $17 million in cash for a sprawling, beachfront mansion in Rhode Island last month, it's no surprise than an obsessed fan scouted the location in hopes of making her acquaintance.

Carrie Underwood Admits Her Flaws, Swears She's Not a Sociopath in Marie Claire Cover Issue

Christina Vinson — Sat, 18 May 2013 12:39:35 +0000

Carrie Underwood's celebrity status makes her seem almost untouchable, but she's not afraid to admit that, just like every other human being, she has flaws. The singer recently opened up in the cover issue of Marie Claire and explained just exactly what her idiosyncrasies are -- and why they don't make her a sociopath.

Hunter Hayes Modernizes Separates in Cool Colors and With Sneakers – Get the Look

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 17 May 2013 21:47:28 +0000

Hunter Hayes is emerging with his own unique style. The 'Wanted' singer often pairs sneakers with suits at red carpet events, but it works for him since his take on that trend is young and fresh, and his combinations manage to be youthful without being sloppy. He modernizes the notion of suit-like separates with cool colors and kicks, and you can get his look easily and for around $200.

Remember When Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert Fell in Love Onstage?

Billy Dukes — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:07:33 +0000

Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert's anniversary is May 14, but knowing what we know now, another date is just as important. In 2005 fans saw a dopey grin on Shelton's face that was much more than one singer admiring another in song. As Lambert sang her portion of 'You're the Reason God Made Oklahoma' during the CMT '100 Greatest Duets' concert, the 'Honey Bee' star fell hard.

Taylor Swift Battles an Angry Badger in 'New Girl' Season Finale Promo

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:03:21 +0000

The hit Fox sitcom ‘New Girl’ is pulling out all the stops for its upcoming season finale. The special episode will feature a guest appearance by pop-country princess Taylor Swift — and she’s joined by an even more remarkable guest star. “What could be wilder than guest star Taylor Swift? An angry badger,” the promo [...]

Carrie Underwood Celebrates Governor's Veto of Tennessee 'Ag-Gag' Bill

Billy Dukes — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:11:20 +0000

Tennessee governor Bill Haslam will veto legislation that required anyone who films animal cruelty to turn the footage in to authorities within 48 hours, much to the delight of celebrities like Carrie Underwood. The singer was involved in a heated public exchange with the so-called ‘Ag-Gag’ bill’s sponsor last month, and she’s celebrating today. “Great [...]

Miranda Lambert's Mom Comments on Singer's Pregnancy Rumors

Billy Dukes — Mon, 13 May 2013 16:00:32 +0000

Miranda Lambert‘s mom, Beverly Lambert, has heard all the rumors about a baby being in the singer’s belly. And she’s quick to dismiss them. She says she’d be the first to know if her only daughter was pregnant, and she hasn’t heard a thing. “They are totally not expecting!” Mrs. Lambert told RadarOnline. “And I’m [...]

Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles Shares First Photo of Newborn Son Magnus

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:30:39 +0000

Sunday was the first Mother's Day for Sugarland singer Jennifer Nettles. She celebrated the holiday with another big first -- she debuted her son Magnus Hamilton Miller, born Dec. 6, 2012.

Brad Paisley, Kid Rock and Other Celebrities Read Mean Tweets

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 13 May 2013 11:11:22 +0000

On 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!,' the late night TV host makes celebrities read mean tweets that regular people have sent out into the Twitterverse about them. This particular batch of nasty, 140-characters-or-less transmissions included country music's own Brad Paisley and Kid Rock.

Ellen DeGeneres Throws Hillary Scott an Impromptu Baby Shower

Christina Vinson — Sat, 11 May 2013 11:05:03 +0000

Lady Antebellum stopped by the comedic headquarters of 'Ellen' on Tuesday (May 7) to perform their hit 'Downtown' from their already successful fourth album, 'Golden.' They also sat down with the comedian, prompting some entertaining conversations and hilarious comments. Turns out DeGeneres had some surprises up her sleeve, as she threw the beautiful and very pregnant Hillary Scott an impromptu baby shower.

Tim McGraw: Taylor Swift Can Date Whoever She Wants

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 10 May 2013 21:43:19 +0000

Tim McGraw has made no secret of his fandom for fellow performer Taylor Swift. He invited her to collaborate with him on his current single, 'Highway Don't Care,' and she's also taking part in his upcoming TV special, 'Tim McGraw's Superstar Summer Night.' But although he's older and more experienced than Swift, McGraw says there's one area that he wouldn't dream of giving her advice about -- her dating life.

Eddie Montgomery's Steakhouse Abruptly Closes

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 09 May 2013 15:31:26 +0000

A restaurant co-owned by Montgomery Gentry singer Eddie Montgomery has abruptly closed without warning, leaving employees scrambling to find an explanation for their sudden termination. According to the Lexington Herald-Leader, Eddie Montgomery’s Steakhouse in Harrodsburg, Ken. was open for business as usual on Saturday night (May 4). On Sunday, Tracy Nunan — Montgomery’s ex-wife and [...]

Clara Henningsen of the Henningsens Gets Married

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 07 May 2013 20:05:05 +0000

Clara Henningsen — who is one-third of the hot new country trio the Henningsens — married the man of her dreams in a simple outdoor ceremony in her hometown of Atwood, Ill. on Saturday (May 4). The 23-year-old musician met Jacob Calaway in Septemer of 2011 during a trip to Florida’s gulf coast. “A mutual [...]

Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert Baby Rumors Surface

Christina Vinson — Thu, 02 May 2013 22:00:54 +0000

Power couple Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton have said before that a baby in their family is a few years away, but they may be re-thinking their stance on a little bundle of joy in their household, as rumors regarding a Lambert-Shelton baby have recently surfaced.

Jason Aldean Issues a Statement About His Divorce

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 02 May 2013 12:37:02 +0000

Just hours after the news broke that country superstar Jason Aldean and his wife Jessica Ussery have decided to divorce after 12 years of marriage, the singer has issued a statement. It was revealed that Aldean filed for divorce in Williamson Country in Tennessee on Friday (April 26), just one day after reports surfaced that [...]

President Obama Takes a Crack at Taylor Swift

Christina Vinson — Wed, 01 May 2013 21:33:25 +0000

By now, it seems that everyone knows Taylor Swift often takes her own form of personal revenge against ex-boyfriends in the form of songwriting. From Michael J. Fox's warning and Tina Fey's wisecrack at the 2013 Golden Globe awards, Swift's ability to pen her heartbreak into Triple Platinum success has been noted. In fact, even President Obama has been up-to-date with what the superstar's albums are all about.