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Katy Perry To Make Her First Post-Split Appearance At The Grammy Awards

Katy Perry is expected to perform at the 54th Annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 12, marking the singer’s first public appearance since her highly publicized split from Russell Brand.

2012/02/01

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LL Cool J: From Radio To The Big Screen (And Everywhere In Between)

LL Cool J has sold millions of albums and made a name for himself in fashion, films and television. He continues his success as the host of the 54th Annual Grammy Awards, February 12 on CBS.

2012/01/23

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LL Cool J To Host 54th Annual Grammy Awards On CBS

The Recording Academy announced Wednesday that LL Cool J is set to host the 54th Annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 12. LL Cool J, who has hosted “The Grammy Nominations Concert Live!” since its inception in 2008, will be the first official host of the show in seven years.

2012/01/18

LL Cool J poses at the Grammy Nominations Concert in Los Angeles on November 30, 2011. AFP PHOTO/VALERIE MACON (credit: VALERIE MACON/AFP/Getty Images)

LL Cool J Named Grammy Host; Show’s First Emcee In 7 Years

The Grammy-winning rapper and actor says the Feb. 12 broadcast is “gonna be a great night” and says his hosting duties are a dream come true.

2012/01/18

The Black Eyed Peas accept the Top Duo or Group award during the 2011 Billboard Music Awards. (credit: Ethan Miller/Getty Images for ABC)

Free Black Eyed Peas Concert In Central Park Canceled Due To Weather

The free concert was canceled following thunderstorms and lightning much to the dismay of fans who waited several hours for the gates to open.

2011/06/09

FILE - In this June 7, 2010 file photo, U.S rock band Bon Jovi, from left, guitarist Richie Sambora, keyboardist David Bryan, lead singer Jon Bon Jovi and drummer Tico Torres pose during a photocall at the start of their show in east London. (AP Photo/Joel Ryan, file)

Bon Jovi Nominated For Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame

The Jersey boys are up for possible induction in the hallowed hall, along with first-timers Donovan, Dr. John, Alice Cooper and Neil Diamond.

2010/09/28

LL Cool J In Queens

LL Cool J Returns To Queens

Rapper-actor LL Cool J was giving back to his Queens community, returning to his old neighborhood for his annual “Jump and Ball” tournament.

The event features basketball and double dutch competitions as well as karate, dance and self-defense activities.

CBS 2HD–2010/08/08

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