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Spears Focused On Album, Won't Perform At VMAs

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The Tampa Tribune

Published: August 27, 2008

Britney Spears won't perform on this year's MTV Video Music Awards, according to her manager.

"Contrary to media reports, Britney was never slated to perform on this year's VMAs," Larry Rudolph, Spears' manager at Jive Records, said in a statement. "She's in the middle of recording her next album, which is going amazingly well, and her focus remains on the studio."

Spears' "Gimme More" comeback performance during last year's VMAs was one of the most-talked-about moments of 2007. The tabloid queen is currently appearing in spots promoting this year's ceremony.

The rebounding pop queen is nominated for video of the year for "Piece of Me."

'Gambler' Going Strong After 50 Years

Kenny Rogers is proud of his 50-year career, but he can't help but hope that the best is yet to come.

"For me, the whole goal is to stay relevant as long as I can," said Rogers, whose career retrospective, "Kenny Rogers: 50 Years," came out Tuesday exclusively through Cracker Barrel restaurants.

While the 12-track CD includes hits such as "Lucille" and "The Gambler," it also features three new songs.

"It's one thing to still be doing it, but to still have your records played on the radio and to have contemporary success, that's what's exciting," he said Tuesday.

Rogers, 70, became a superstar in the 1970s and '80s. His career cooled in the '90s, but he continues to have hits.

'Idol' Alum To Debut On Broadway

Another "American Idol" alum is heading to "Grease" on Broadway.

Ace Young, who competed on season five of the Fox show, joins the cast Sept. 9, playing Kenickie in the revival of the popular musical.

The 27-year-old singer-songwriter will make his debut two days after fellow "Idol" Taylor Hicks completes a two-month stint as Teen Angel. Hicks took home the "Idol" title in 2006.

Young will perform through Jan. 18.

Hip-Hop Icon Mourning Son's Death

Dr. Dre's 20-year-old son has died, the rapper's publicist said Tuesday.

"Dr. Dre is mourning the loss of his son, Andre Young Jr.," publicist Lori Earl said in a statement.

Young Jr., who was named after his father, was found dead Saturday by his mother at their home in suburban Woodland Hills, Los Angeles County coroner's Lt. John Kades said.

Today's Birthdays

Gospel singer Yolanda Adams is 46. Rock musician Tony Kanal (No Doubt) is 38. Actress Sarah Chalke is 32. Rapper Mase is 31. Singer Mario is 22. Actress Alexa Vega ("Spy Kids") is 20.

Source: The Associated Press

CORRECTIONS

It is the policy of The Tampa Tribune to correct all errors of fact. To report an error, call (813) 259-7600 or e-mail news@tampatrib.com.

CORRECTION: The identification of the body found Saturday in a burning SUV as James Fry was not confirmed until Tuesday. A story in Tuesday's Metro section implied otherwise.

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