Russell Brand Returns to Host 2009 MTV Video Music Awards
British comedian Russell Brand returns to host the MTV VMAs this year.
Following the epically outrageous 2009 MTV Movie Awards in Los Angeles, MTV is bringing the celeb-powered, anything-might-happen craziness back to New York for the 26th annual MTV Video Music Awards on September 13 at 9 p.m. ET. For the second year in a row, comedian Russell Brand will host the live show, taking place at some of the city's most iconic locations, including Radio City Music Hall.
"This year will be a controversy-free festival of love and discrete orgasms," said the "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" star, who stirred plenty of controversy as host last year when he joked about the Jonas Brothers' purity rings.
"We are thrilled that despite numerous death threats from Jonas Brothers fans, Russell Brand has accepted our offer to put his life on the line and host the VMAs again this year," said Stephen Friedman, general manager of MTV. "We're also excited to be coming home to bring the most rambunctious night in music back to New York City."
The Jonas Brother downplayed Brand's jokes about their promise rings last year. All the Jonas Brother's said was they thought Russell Brand needs a young. It will be interesting to see who Russell Brand mocks this year.
Two of this year's performers that have been named include Taylor Swift and Muse. The VMAs will be held at New York City's Radio City Music Hall this year. The show will be broadcast September 13th at 9 p.m. ET.
British comedian Russell Brand 
