From that long-awaited Madonna return to a starry tribute to George Michael, here were the best and buzziest moments from the 2026 VMAs.
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The Blank Slate singer blew past Beyoncé after winning the MTV VMA Artist Director prize. Having previously tied with the Single Ladies diva on 30 gongs each, Taylor managed to clear her competitor on Sunday night by taking home the newly introduced award. "I want to say thank you to MTV for…
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People reported that Bryan Seaver is accused of threatening to start a podcast intended to ruin Dolly Parton's brand partnerships unless he was paid.
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Dolly Parton’s estate has applied for a temporary restraining order against her nephew Bryan Seaver, accusing him of threats, extortion, and intimidation. According to court filings, Seaver is accused of mounting “an obscene, deliberate and escalating campaign of threats” to obtain money fro…
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Duncan Sheik, the Grammy- and Tony Award-winning singer-songwriter and composer known for the hit "Barely Breathing" and the Broadway musical "Spring Awakening," died Thursday at a Manhattan hospital.
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Viberate reports that if data determined the winners, Taylor Swift would lead Artist of the Year, "Golden" would win Song of the Year, and CORTIS would take Best New Artist at the 2026 MTV VMAs.
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A Las Vegas jury on Monday found an ex-gang leader guilty of murder in a case accusing him of masterminding the drive-by killing of legendary hip-hop artist Tupac Shakur, bringing a decades-old cold case to a close.
It’s inconceivable to sum up Dolly Parton’s catalog in just an LP’s worth of tunes, but here are 10 songs to start with.
The trailblazing country music icon, songwriter and actress, who died Tuesday at age 80, was so much more to millions around the world.
Tributes from around the world have honoured country music superstar Dolly Parton, who died aged 80 following a “brief battle with cancer”. The biggest names in music – including Sir Paul McCartney, Sir Mick Jagger, Taylor Swift and Beyonce – have all detailed her impact and her legacy, as b…
Dolly Parton’s story goes far beyond the rhinestones, hit songs, and unmistakable voice that made her a country music legend. From growing up in poverty and overcoming heartbreaking personal struggles to building an extraordinary career and becoming one of the music world’s most generous phi…
Here’s a look back at some of the tracks that defined Dolly Parton’s career... In 1973, Parton released ‘Jolene,’ which grew into one of her most famous songs and a defining staple of country music. Parton told NPR in 2008 that the song was inspired by a flirtatious bank teller who seemed in…
Fans across continents, from prime ministers to pop stars, flooded social media with messages of grief and affection.
Rhonda Vincent, Morgan Myles and more bid a fond farewell to the late country music icon, just hours after she passed away on Aug. 25, 2026.
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