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Dish Of Salt: Friday TV Round-Up

Our AccessHollywood.com TV expert, Laura “Dish of Salt” Saltman, breaks down what’s happening in the world of TV over the weekend. Plus, which “Battlestar Galactica” babe is scrub-a-dub-dubbing into CBS’s “The Big Bang Theory?” And news on what some “American Idol” alumni are up to for the holidays.

Read all of the details…. after the jump!

Jennifer Lopez & Adam Lambert Ready For AMA Stage

Jennifer Lopez plans to include a boxing ring, fireworks and an on-stage costume change in her performance. “American Idol” runner-up Adam Lambert will incorporate leather, chains and handcuffs into his.

Janet Jackson To Open American Music Awards

Janet Jackson will kick off the 2009 American Music Awards with a special opening medley, Access Hollywood has learned.

Mary J. Blige, Green Day, Keith Urban & Shakira Added As ‘American Music Awards’ Performers

Mary J. Blige, Green Day, Keith Urban and Shakira have joined the already star-filled list of performers set to take the stage at the “2009 American Music Awards,” Access Hollywood has confirmed.

These artists join other previously announced acts including Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Eminem, Jay-Z, Alicia Keys, Jennifer Lopez, Black Eyed Peas, Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Daughtry and Adam Lambert.

American Music Awards Will Stream Live Pre-Show Online For First Time

For the first time ever, dick clark productions (dcp) will stream a live pre-show for the 2009 American Music Awards.

For two hours, dick clark productions will give audiences a unique, up close and personal look at the true scope of the AMA experience. The online viewing audience will be able to track all of the action as the stars arrive and walk down the red carpet.

Taylor Swift On Cloud 9 After 6 AMA Nominations

Taylor Swift says she is “absolutely walking on a cloud” over her six nominations for the American Music Awards.

“I’ve never been nominated six times for any award show,” the country star said Tuesday before a benefit concert in Nashville. “This is just such a wonderful day for me.”

Taylor Swift & Michael Jackson Lead American Music Award Nominations

Michael Jackson has a chance to win artist of the year posthumously at the American Music Awards.

Fans will select winners by online voting. The awards will be televised Nov. 22 from Los Angeles on ABC.

Beyonce & Lady Gaga Lead MTV VMA Nominations

MTV announced the nominees for the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards on Tuesday and the ladies of music lead the pack of Moon Man hopefuls.

Britney Nominated For Seven MTV VMAs; Eminem & Kanye To Square Off

Britney Spears’ comeback continues with an impressive reported seven Moon Man nominations for the upcoming 2009 MTV Video Music Awards.

Eminem Attacks Mariah Carey & Nick Cannon In New Song

The Eminem/Mariah Carey/Nick Cannon feud is heating up.

In a new song called “The Warning,” the rapper calls Mariah and her husband, Nick Cannon, a slew of profanities and claims to have “pictures” of the singer.

Miley Cyrus: Eminem Is A ‘Living Legend’

Is Eminem a “genius?” One famous fan thinks so.

“Rockin’ out to ‘Stan’ by Eminem,” Miley Cyrus Tweeted on Wednesday. “Wow. He is a genius. I love how his music tell a story. His music means something.”

Mariah Carey’s ‘Obsessed’ Video To Premiere On ‘America’s Got Talent’

Mariah Carey caught plenty of attention for the costumes she was spotted dressed up in across New York City as she filmed the music video for her single, “Obsessed,” recently.

And fans will get to see the final product next week.