Last week, the world was treated to the amazingly entertaining spectacle of "The Dark Knight Rises" star Tom Hardy performing an impromptu version of Krs One's classic track "Hip Hop vs. Rap." And lo, it was awesome.
But while Hardy does get some bonus points for having a baby strapped to his chest, he's hardly the first celebrity to flex his flow for an internet audience. So with that in mind, here's a roundup of some of the hottest (and not so hottest) raps performed by your favorite movie stars.
Because after all, considering how many rappers have gone on to successful film careers, isn't it time for a little reciprocity?
Anne Hathaway
What better place to start our list than with Hardy's own "Dark Knight Rises" co-star? Seriously,can't you just imagine Bane and Catwoman in between takes, comparing freestyle tips and sharing hot beats while a frustrated Batman looks on in envy?...
But while Hardy does get some bonus points for having a baby strapped to his chest, he's hardly the first celebrity to flex his flow for an internet audience. So with that in mind, here's a roundup of some of the hottest (and not so hottest) raps performed by your favorite movie stars.
Because after all, considering how many rappers have gone on to successful film careers, isn't it time for a little reciprocity?
Anne Hathaway
What better place to start our list than with Hardy's own "Dark Knight Rises" co-star? Seriously,can't you just imagine Bane and Catwoman in between takes, comparing freestyle tips and sharing hot beats while a frustrated Batman looks on in envy?...
- 7/30/2012
- by Scott Harris
- NextMovie
Wilson Bethel proved himself to be more than just a pretty face (and a seriously killer body) when Call Me Doctor, a music video he wrote, premiered in January and hit Immortal ranking (100,000 views) within the first 24 hours.
The Hart of Dixie star now is back and rocking the mic right once again as the writer/creator/producer/star of Stupid Hype, a new digital series that will help launch The CW's Digital Channel this September. Not only has TheInsider.com snagged an exclusive photo of Wilson as the titular 90s rapper, but we caught up with Wilson to find out how Hype came to be, what Vanilla Ice has to do with it and when we might see Rachel Bilson spitting some more ill rhymes!
TheInsider.com: Where did Stupid Hype come from?
Wilson Bethel: A version of this character existed some years ago – he was a stupid British rapper named Industry that I would...
The Hart of Dixie star now is back and rocking the mic right once again as the writer/creator/producer/star of Stupid Hype, a new digital series that will help launch The CW's Digital Channel this September. Not only has TheInsider.com snagged an exclusive photo of Wilson as the titular 90s rapper, but we caught up with Wilson to find out how Hype came to be, what Vanilla Ice has to do with it and when we might see Rachel Bilson spitting some more ill rhymes!
TheInsider.com: Where did Stupid Hype come from?
Wilson Bethel: A version of this character existed some years ago – he was a stupid British rapper named Industry that I would...
- 7/17/2012
- TheInsider.com
We know Nina Dobrev and Rachel Bilson can act. They entertain us weekly on The Vampire Diaries and Hart of Dixie, respectively.
But did you know each of these talented young women can also rap?
Bilson proved her hip hop mettle in the following hilarious video, attacking her critics via rhymes and moves we didn't know she had in her:
Call Me Doctor with Rachel Bilson from Rachel Bilson
Rachel Bilson Raps Back at Her Critics
And now Dobrev has also shown off a grittier side in a new Funny or Die skit, teaming up with actor Nick Braun to send a very important message... about suntan lotion. Watch below and then compare the stars in our poll:
Nina Dobrev Funny or Die Rap
So... who is the better rapper?...
But did you know each of these talented young women can also rap?
Bilson proved her hip hop mettle in the following hilarious video, attacking her critics via rhymes and moves we didn't know she had in her:
Call Me Doctor with Rachel Bilson from Rachel Bilson
Rachel Bilson Raps Back at Her Critics
And now Dobrev has also shown off a grittier side in a new Funny or Die skit, teaming up with actor Nick Braun to send a very important message... about suntan lotion. Watch below and then compare the stars in our poll:
Nina Dobrev Funny or Die Rap
So... who is the better rapper?...
- 7/5/2012
- by matt@mediavine.com (Matt Richenthal)
- TVfanatic
If you follow "Hart of Dixie" hunk Wilson Bethel on Twitter, you're probably wondering about that, er, questionable Vanilla Ice haircut he debuted on Monday. Don't worry -- Wade isn't getting a new look, exactly -- the 'do is for Bethel's summer project. Now, Zap2it can exclusively reveal this first look at Bethel's new web series, "Stupid Hype."
The series follows a break dancer turned rising early '90s rap star. Expect parachute pants, old-school boom boxes, and, if this sneak-peek video is anything to go by, plenty of sweaty close-ups.
"Stupid Hype" is part of The CW's new digital platform, Cwd, and will be available on Cwtv.com this fall in short-form episodes. Bethel is not only starring in the show, but he also created it, and he and brother Charlie Bethel -- also known as Chuck Wild -- will write all the music. Dugan O'Neal is set to direct.
The series follows a break dancer turned rising early '90s rap star. Expect parachute pants, old-school boom boxes, and, if this sneak-peek video is anything to go by, plenty of sweaty close-ups.
"Stupid Hype" is part of The CW's new digital platform, Cwd, and will be available on Cwtv.com this fall in short-form episodes. Bethel is not only starring in the show, but he also created it, and he and brother Charlie Bethel -- also known as Chuck Wild -- will write all the music. Dugan O'Neal is set to direct.
- 6/18/2012
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
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