4 Jan 2013
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When I think back to my Lady Gaga concert experience, I remember a few things vividly: thousands of Little Monsters holding their paws up for the singer and the amazing costumes that Mother Monster rocked. That was then, however. Now Gaga fans have another experience to look forward to: free counseling services offered on the singer’s BornBrave bus.

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26 Dec 2012
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Looks like we've got another star to add to our 5 stars who give as much as Santa! Over Christmas weekend, Rihanna gave Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Barbados medical equipment worth an amazing $1.75 million.

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19 Dec 2012
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Celebs made a lot of bold fashion statements in 2012, but just as important as the statements they made with their clothes were the statements they made in the charity world. Here's our list of 2012's boldest fashion trends, and the celebs whose bold actions matched their bold attire.

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21 Nov 2012
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Both Rihanna and Nicki Minaj released new music this week, but that’s not all! In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy and leading up to Thanksgiving, both ladies are doing what they can to help those in need. Whose back -- and album -- do you got this week: Rih, Nicki, or both?

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14 Nov 2012
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Snooki, is that you?! The "Jersey Shore" star recently Tweeted a picture of her fierce new red hair, joining the ranks of many Hollywood do-gooders who’ve rocked fiery locks.

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9 Nov 2012
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With many still without power, heat or even running water, the recovery process is well under way in the Northeast after Hurricane Sandy. Even musicians like RihannaJustin Bieber, and Lady Gaga are stepping up and spearheading incredible acts of love!

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2 Oct 2012
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Bimonthly, we'll take an artist on the rise on the MTV Music Meter and, to help you discover them a little more, detail some of their philanthropic tendencies -- from Mika to Ellie Goulding. This week: Deadmau5!

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24 Aug 2012
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We're def pumped about the nominees for this year's Best Video With A Message category at the 2012 MTV Video Music Awards -- they're so good some very worthy contenders didn't make the cut. So let's give some love to the activision of Rihanna, Katy Perry, Penguin Prison and M.I.A. for their crusading clips that totally could have battled it out in this category for a cause!

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30 Jul 2012
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Finally: a day where we can formally celebrate those friends who’ve been through the birthdays, the awkward first dates, the heavy on the ice cream breakups, and the never-ending laughing fits.

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21 May 2012
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RiRi and J.Lo, two of entertainment’s more powerful “slashers" (singer/actress/spokeswoman/goddess), faced off on the silver screen with "Battleship" (Rihanna’s first major movie role) and "What To Expect When You’re Expecting" (Jenny knows the Hollywood block) hitting theaters this past weekend -- and now we’re throwing these fierce females in the do-good dome, so it really is an Act-Off! (Har har.)

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