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.In June, MTV Networks Music Group President Van Toffler said the network wasn't ruling out giving viewers another dose of Spears at the VMAs. MTV later confirmed they were in talks to have Spears appear in some capacity. The rebounding pop queen is nominated for video of the year for "Piece of Me."This VMAs will air live Sept. 7 from Paramount Pictures Studios in Los Angeles. Previously announced award show performers include Kid Rock, Lil Wayne, Pink, Rihanna, Paramore, T.I. and the Jonas Brothers.Source: Yahoo!
Now that speculation concerning whether or not Britney Spears will perform at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards (after Brit’s manager Larry Rudolph has killed all hope that she would be performing) we can move on to other Britney Spears matters … like her redecorating habits. Brit Brit was snapped doing a bit of shopping yesterday at the Pottery Barn in Beverly Hills, CA. She apparently was in the market for fake flowers and scented candles, behold:
Capris aside (yeesh!), Britney really does look great. And while I’m extremely bummed that she won’t be performing at the VMAs, I trust that she’s got big plans up her sleeves. In retrospect, I guess I can understand why Brit may not have wanted to perform this time around. Last year, her song Gimme More was BLOWING THE EFF UP on the radio right before the VMAs took place, it made sense for her to try and capitalize on that momentum. This year, she has no such single on the radio (tho, I contend that she could perform her song Piece of Me, which is nominated for the Video of the Year award [among other awards] at this year’s VMAs) and an album that is still months away from completion … so, instead of preparing for a killer on stage performance, she’s happy to shop for aromatherapy candles at Pottery Barn. In the end, as long as she’s happy and healthy that’s all that matters. I even support her love of capri pants … such is my lurve for our dear Britney :)Source: Pink Is The New Blog
The following italicized article is from www.people.com:Wentz was there when Spears made a promo for the awards show. "I got to meet the elephant [in the video]," he says. "It was awesome. Britney really proves how much the fans really matter, because the fans really want to see Britney win and turn it around." Even though the Fall Out Boys plan to attend the VMAs and have won in the past (and even hope to win again), they actually voted for videos oter than their own. "To be honest, I don't think this is the Fall Out Boys's year," says Wentz.Source: People
The following italicized article is from www.splashnewsonline.com:Britney Spears stepped out over the weekend looking trim (although a little glum), as she treated herself to a day at Pottery Barn in Beverly Hills. Her white vest and blue jeans combo revealed a less curvaceous Britney and proved the singer has most definitely been dropping the pounds.
Onlookers reported Spears bought an electronics charger and some room spray in a separate store, adding, "Britney looked healthy and relaxed and seemed to be enjoying herself. There were only a couple of photographers outside but she carried on as if they weren't there."Source: Splash News Online
The following italicized article is from www.justjared.com:Candles and baskets and flowers, oh my!Britney Spears heads out for some home decor shopping in Beverly Hills on Monday.Despite initial rumors that Brit-Brit would possibly perform at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards, her manager recently announced that the singer will not be part of the awards show. “Britney Spears will not be performing at the VMAs this year. I’m telling you officially and unequivocally,” said manager Larry Rudolf on Ryan Seacrest’s Los Angeles radio show.The 26-year-old singer continues to work on her next album and has been working hard in the studio the past few weeks. Source: Just Jared
Britney was at Conway Recording Studio on Melrose Ave. Monday afternoon. The pop princess must be working hard on her new album. Can't wait to hear it!Source: X17 Video
The following italicized article is from www.ok-magazine.com:These days, Britney Spears is looking just about back to her old self. But if there's one person who wants to make sure everyone knows it, it's her former friend, Paris Hilton."I love Britney. I think she looks so beautiful right now," Hilton told Extra at the launch party for her new line of hair extensions, The Bandit. "I'm really happy for her. She looks amazing and she better win the VMAs. She's the best."Paris also spilled the beans on working with her boyfriend, Benji Madden, saying, "I have my studio at home, so when we're at home we work a lot together on music."Source: OK Magazine
Britney Spears won't perform on this year's MTV Video Music Awards, according to her manager. 
