Britney Spears Doted with VMA Tribute from "Jo Calderone"

After scoring Best Pop Video honors early in the show, Britney Spears returned to the stage to receive the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday night (August 28).

The "Hold It Against Me Singer" was introduced by Lady Gaga's alter-ego, Jo Calderone, who called her an "inspiration" while telling the Nokia Theatre audience, "She taught us all how to be fearless, and the industry wouldn't be the same without her."

Talking to MTV after the show, Spears voiced her joy in the Video Vanguard Award presentation, as she said, "It was really crazy. I had no idea what to expect. The kids were amazing and so entertaining, and it was a really fun night. It was really cool. I was like, 'Wow, that's really sweet!'

The "29-year-old added, "I loved the little girl in the 'Slave' outfit. She was just so tiny and she delivered and she had such a great performance.... They were all so great, and you could tell they worked really hard."

Also mentioning Gaga's intro (which included an impromptu smooch, Britney gushed, "She was in full character! We just got onstage and we just kind of felt it out; we didn't know what was going on, so it was interesting!"

Enjoy the pictures of Britney Spears with Lady Gaga at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards (August 28).

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Beyonce Set to Appear at Jackson Tribute Via Satellite

Posted Wednesday August 24, 2011 8:58 AM GMT

She’s one of the top singers in the world, so it’s no wonder Beyoncé Knowles wanted to be included in the upcoming Michael Jackson tribute concert.

But rather than perform in person, the “Crazy in Love” songstress will sing via satellite at the Michael Forever Tribute Concert.

The gig is scheduled to take place on October 8th at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales and Ms. Knowles is blaming a scheduling conflict for not being able to make the show in person.

A concert promoter posted to the Facebook page, "BEYONCE Beams Into Michael Forever Tribute!! A unique, never-before-seen performance by Beyonce of one of her favourite Jackson 5 songs will be shown at the concert on October 8th! A lifelong Michael fan, Beyonce really wanted to be involved in this tribute concert. Due to scheduling issues she can't be there in person, but this performance is not to be missed!"

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Tony Bennett Gears Up for Amy Winehouse Tribute at VMAs

Posted Wednesday August 24, 2011 9:03 AM GMT

As the music industry continues to mourn the loss of Amy Winehouse, veteran crooner Tony Bennett will share a special tribute to the late songstress at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards.

Bennett had a unique opportunity to spend time with the “Rehab” songstress when they recorded “Body and Soul” at Abbey Road Studios in London this past March.

Tony told press, "It was a thrill to record with Amy Winehouse, and when you listen to the recording of 'Body and Soul,' it is a testament to her artistic genius and her brilliance as one of the most honest musicians I have ever known."

Mitch Winehouse added, "Our family is honored that the VMAs are giving Amy this wonderful tribute. We know that Amy's performance of 'Rehab' at the MTV Movie Awards played an important part in Amy's worldwide success."

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Pete Doherty To Pay Tribute To Amy Winehouse At Upcoming Concert

Hopefully this devastating loss will help him maintain his own sobriety.

Fresh out of a shortened prison sentence for cocaine possession, Pete Doherty has reportedly planned to dedicate his upcoming stint at Reading and Leeds Festival to his deceased dear friend, Amy Winehouse.

A source explains:

“Pete was really good mates with Amy and he’s still really cut up about her death. He hopes to help get rid of his demons by dedicating his festival gigs to her memory. He loved her music and hopes he can do it justice."

With those kind of intentions, we think that he'll do more than do her justice.

We're sure she'd be so appreciative, Pete!

Best of luck!

[Image via WENN.]

Tags: amy winehouse, concert, music festival, pete doherty, reading and leeds, sobriety, tribute

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