Parties! The style, stars and scoop from Hollywood's hottest events

NOMINATIONS: Rihanna racked up five nominations, including Monster Single of the Year for her smash hit "Umbrella." "That's a tough category," said the teen sensation, who'll also go head to head against Beyonce, Amy Winehouse, Fergie and Nelly Furtado in the Female Artist of the Year category.

WALKING TALL: After breaking her toe on a recent vacation, Rihanna—who rocked a vintage cane at the nomination announcements in N.Y.C.—vowed not to let a little injury slow her down on the red carpet. "I refuse to wear flats at the VMA's!" she declared.