Robert Pattinson was spotted recently sporting an epically untamed, Joaquin Phoenix-like beard. We're not sure of its purpose—the world's worst disguise (nothing could mask those telltale pretty peepers!), practicing his Brad Pitt impression—but needless to say, we are unimpressed.

Why mar your baby face with a bushy beard, RPattz? Nothing should hide that perfect, strong jawline. It looks out of place on you, too. It's like the makeup department of your latest film got a little crazy in the trailer one morning and spirit gummed a whole bunch of facial hair on your cheeks.

Luckily, unless Bill Condon is planning a dramatically different version of Edward Cullen for "Breaking Dawn," the beard will be shaved soon enough—the movie starts shooting in October sometime. But, in the meantime, we think this is a failed experiment.

As style icon Tim Gunn might say, that beard is "a whole lotta look." That magical forest of dirty hair on top of RPattz's head does not need a competitor on his face, so we hope he takes a razor—or a weed whacker, whatever works—to the facial hair soon. What do you think about his new look? Vote in our poll after the jump!

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Who wants to bet his first single will be called "Vampire Sweetheart"? After months of speculation, E! Online has confirmed that Joe Jonas will be following in the footsteps of younger bro Nick, as he plans to release a solo album sometime in 2011. Who would have thought the singer had any time to pen tunes with all that Ashley Greene lovin' going on?

E! Online spoke to a source at Hollywood Records who said Joe is working with "various writers and producers on music," adding, he "wants a more dangerous sound," much like a "sexier, Justin Timberlake" vibe. 

In fact, it sounds like Joe will be changing his look to match his new sound, eschewing the band's dapper suit-and-tie ensembles for a rougher T-shirt and leather jacket look.

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As you've likely heard, the country's favorite singing competition series "American Idol" has finally announced who will take over Simon Cowell and Ellen DeGeneres' vacant judges seats and empty beverage-company-sponsored tumblers (hopefully they'll be washed first!). During a live webcast, Aerosmith singer Steven Tyler and Jennifer "Jenny from the Block" Lopez were named to the judges panel along with incumbent Randy Jackson.

Rumors had been circulating for weeks that Steven and Jennifer would be the chosen ones to trade one-liners with host Ryan Seacrest when the series returns next year for its 10th season. Now that it's official, though, it's time to weigh in with your thoughts.

Both artists have compelling musical chops to support their appointments. Steven has been rocking and rolling for 40 years with his band Aerosmith. He was named one of Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Singers and is a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. And did we mention that epic collab with *NSYNC and Britney Spears at Super Bowl XXXV? That alone...

For her part, Mrs. Marc Anthony has sold more than 55 million records, and I'm sure you'll agree that as both an actress and singer, she knows a thing or two about performing. But those are just our thoughts. Let us know what you think about the new judges after the jump!

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Gabourey SidibeFor Elle's 25th anniversary edition, which hit newsstands today, the magazine celebrates 25 women in their 20s who they feel are bound for greatness. Of those women, four were chosen to grace their own covers: Megan Fox, Lauren Conrad, Amanda Seyfried and Gabourey Sidibe.

Gabby's cover, however, has caused a bit of a controversy because of the way she is framed on the page and how different it is from, in Salon.com's words, the "wispy, white trio." The "Precious" star appears from the neck up, while Megan, Lauren and Amanda's full bodies are shown.

Salon's argument is that Gabby should have been presented in the same way the other three were, but EW's Popwatch counters that the magazine chose a cover shot that would flatter Gabby best and, let's face it, she does look glowing and beautiful! So we're asking your thoughts on this. Do you think that Gabby's Elle cover is inappropriate and should have been modeled the same way as the other three, or do you think it's not a big deal that they chose a potentially more flattering picture of her to use? Weigh in after the jump!

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Facial hair can be a tricky thing—not that I know from personal experience. Anyway, a beard, mustache or soul patch can really change a guy's look—for better or for worse. For instance, the McDoctors of "Grey's Anatomy" look dreamy/steamy with their respective stubble/beard styles. But then there are guys like Spencer Pratt, who sported an unsightly flesh-colored beard for months. No matter how you personally feel about Mr. Pratt, I think we can all agree that he looks better without scruff.

Today, I submit for your approval, a newly hirsute celeb: Zac Efron. Zac is sporting the full meal deal of facial hair: a mustache, soul patch and beard. His look is actually quite similar to Eric Dane's, but his dark hair adds a distinctly Johnny Depp-esque vibe to his overall look. We think this facial hair takes away from Zac's baby-faced charm, but maybe that's the point. Zac has been making career choices lately that show his growing maturity in the industry. Maybe this is just the next step. What do you think? Is his facial hair super-hot or super-not? Cast your vote after the jump.

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There's really nothing Lady Gaga can't do, right? Carry handcuffs through airport security? Check! Don meat like it's classic couture? Check! Win a bajillion VMAs? Check! Now Lady G can mark one more accomplishment off of her to-do list: create a perfume line. According to Women's Wear Daily, the singer has inked a deal with Coty Inc. to release fragrances under her name. The first Lady Gaga perfume is expected to hit store shelves in spring 2012.

With Gaga's busy schedule, recording her new album, Born This Way, and hatching her usual Lady Gaga shenanigans, she might have a hard time penciling in perfume brainstorming. Which is where Hollywood Crush comes in! Though we have yet to be asked to pitch in, we're the proactive sort and have already thought of a few signature scents we think are million dollar ideas. Check them out and tell us if you agree!

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It was with a sad heart that we learned yesterday that LFO singer Rich Cronin died from leukemia at the age of 35.

If you were a teen in the late '90s (like me), LFO's 1999 hit "Summer Girls" was probably getting steady rotation in your Discman. Don't even try to deny it: That song is mad catchy. With lines like "I like girls that wear Abercrombie and Fitch, I'd take her if I had one wish," it was a hard song not to like. In fact, the tune namechecks practically all of my favorite things: Macaulay Culkin and "Home Alone," Chinese food (It doesn't make me sick!), Billy Shakespeare, Cherry Coke, "Footloose," and the list goes on.

While I haven't stepped foot into an Abercrombie and Fitch for the better part of a decade, the song still signifies that lazy high school summer I spent working at the Dairy Queen—something I was reminded of just a few short weeks ago.

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Now that Miley Cyrus is a single lady after her split with hunky Aussie Liam Hemsworth (call us, Liam!), it's to be expected that rampant speculation will begin as to whom she should date next. And while some might suggest she get back with JoBro Nick (Niley forever!?!) or chase after someone new (Taylor Lautner, perhaps?), we have another recommendation. How about MTV's own Jim Cantiello? In fact, Jim has quite the compelling argument for why Jiley could totally be Hollywood's hottest new It couple. Take a gander:

Now, if I were Miley, Jim would have had me at pizza and beef jerky, but throw in Sufjan Stevens, food carts and prank calling iCarly and, well, that seems like an offer too good to refuse. Am I right?

What do you think of Jim's dating proposal to Miley? Do you have a better bachelor to recommend?

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Before I begin discussing the results of Entertainment Weekly’s Sexy Beast bracket game, which chose the No. 1 hottest sci-fi/supernatural creature of all time via Internet voting, I just want to warn Team Edward members that you might want to click through to another post. You’re not going to be happy with these results.

After one month, 64 beasts and more than 1.5 million votes, the final matchup was between two very worthy contenders: Edward Cullen (Robert Pattinson) of "The Twilight Saga" (swoon) and Damon Salvatore (Ian Somerhalder) of "The Vampire Diaries" (double swoon). It’s kind of fitting that two vampires would be left standing, since this has kinda been their year (or two or three) and everything.

But still, such a dilemma. Whom to choose? Sparkly Edward or broody Damon? Well, remember: This is not an unbiased report, people.

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Every day a multitude of stars wander through the halls of MTV News to talk about their latest projects and goof around with staff members. But sometimes we catch stars elsewhere, and that's why we put together Spotted!, a daily compendium of stars in the wild.

One of our favorite blond hotties visited the set of "Glee" recently, and no we aren't talking about Britney Spears. "Beastly" star Alex Pettyfer took a trip to William McKinley High to visit his "I Am Number Four" costar and (gasp!) apparent girlfriend, Dianna Agron. Talk about art imitating life!

The two were spotted holding hands and shooting some hoops while taking a break from filming, but we're hoping Alex might have snuck into a couple of the shots of whatever episode of "Glee" the cast was working on! Maybe he could even be Quinn's new bf this season—Kurt's getting a man, and Quinn deserves some love too—and then we would have art imitating life imitating art. Only in Hollywood.

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