LL Cool J

MTV VMAs 2025: Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter and More Big Winners

See which stars won big at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, which kicked off Sept. 7 at New York City's UBS Arena.

September 8, 2025

MTV VMAs 2025: See Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter & More Celebs on the Red Carpet

The MTV Video Music Awards 2025 at New York's UBS Arena brought out the best and boldest in fashion. See the biggest celebrities on the red carpet!

September 8, 2025

Doja Cat Cheekily Apologizes for "Rude" Interruption During LL Cool J's VMAs 2025 Monologue

At the MTV VMAs 2025, Doja Cat cut short LL Cool J's opening monologue at the Sept. 7 ceremony to perform "Jealous Type" with Kenny G.

September 8, 2025

How LL COOL J Really Feels About Chappell Roan & Other Breakout Artists (Exclusive)

2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards host LL COOL J shares his thoughts on Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter and other stars having their moment with E! News.

March 14, 2025

LL COOL J Reveals the Reason Behind His 10-Year Music Hiatus—And Why The Force Is Worth the Wait

LL COOL J marks 40 years in hip-hop with his new album, The Force. In a recent TalkShopLive, the rapper explained why his 10-year hiatus was worth it for himself and his fans.

September 4, 2024

LL COOL J’s First Album in 11 Years Is Here — Get a Signed Copy and "Feel the Beat" of The Force

Don’t call it a comeback—LL COOL J is going live September 3 to unveil his new album. Tune in to grab a signed CD and chat with the legend himself, all while he’s "Rockin’ the Bells" on TalkShopLive!

September 3, 2024

Why LL COOL J Says Miranda Lambert Should "Get Over" the Concert Selfie Issue

LL COOL J weighed in after Miranda Lambert recently stopped her concert to call out fans for taking a group photo during one of her songs: "Let the fans do what they want."

July 20, 2023

Nicki Minaj, LL Cool J and Jack Harlow to Host the 2022 MTV VMAs

Three emcees for the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards have been announced and it's guaranteed to be a moment 4 life: Nicki Minaj, LL Cool J and Jack Harlow will be at the helm of the Aug. 28 ceremony.

August 18, 2022

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Announces 2018 Nominees: Bon Jovi, LL Cool J, Radiohead, Nina Simone and More

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announces 19 nominees for its 2018 class, including The Cars, Eurythmics, Judas Priest and Rage Against the Machine

October 5, 2017

An NCIS: LA Season 8 Death? LL Cool J Says...

Star previewed the new season of the CBS hit at the CBS, CW, Showtime Summer TCA party on Wednesday, August 10

August 12, 2016

Grammys 2016 Host LL Cool J Reveals His Beauty Routine Before Showtime—Someone Wants a Manicure

Rapper tries to look his best before his big gig in Los Angeles

February 15, 2016