On Sept. 21, 9-year-old Willow Smith’s “Whip My Hair” song debuted. The daughter of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett-Smith’s single hit #11 on the Billboard charts. (credit: Tullio M. Puglia/Getty Images)
Antoine Dodson
On Oct. 5, the autotuned version of a crime report exploded on the internet, creating a viral smash and a celebrity out of Antoine Dodson. (AP Photo/Bob Farley)
Betty White
Bret Michaels
On Apr. 21, singer/reality TV star Bret Michaels suffered a brain hemorrhage, threatening his life. (credit: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
Bristol Palin
On Nov. 23, Bristol Palin, the daughter of Sarah Palin, reached the finale of “Dancing With The Stars.” Critics thought she was getting disproportionate support from Tea Party members. (credit: Jemal Countess/Getty Images)
Conan O'Brien
On Jan. 22, Conan O’Brien left ‘The Tonight Show’ after weeks of in-fighting at NBC. His departure made room for the late-night return of Jay Leno. (credit: Noel Vasquez/Getty Images)
Conan O'Brien
On Nov. 8, Conan O’Brien returned to late-night television when his eponymous “Conan” show premiered on TBS. (credit: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)
YouTube Double Rainbow
On Jan. 8, Guy “Bear” Vazquez recorded his reaction to seeing a pair of rainbows in Yosemite National Park, creating a huge viral video hit. (Credit: YouTube)
Dr. Laura Schlessinger
On Aug. 17, Dr. Laura Schlessinger left her syndicated radio show after a controversy over her use of the N-word a week prior. (credit: David Livingston/Getty Images)
Prince William and Kate Middleton
On Nov. 16, Britain’s Prince William and Kate Middleton announced their engagement. (credit: Ben Stansall/AFP/Getty Images)
Fantasia Barrino
On Aug. 8, former American Idol Fantasia apparently attempted suicide after allegations of her being involved with a married man surfaced. (credit: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
Lady Gaga
On Mar. 11, the video of “Telephone,” Lady Gaga’s collaboration with Beyonce, debuted, creating a smash. (credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
Jimmy McMillan
On Oct. 19, Jimmy McMillan stole the debate among N.Y. gubernatorial candidates by announcing “The Rent Is Too Damn High.” (Photo by Audrey C. Tiernan-Pool/Getty Images)
Lindsay Lohan's Booking Photo
On July 20, actress Lindsay Lohan was jailed for violating probation on drug charges. (Photo by Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department via Getty Images)
Lost
On May 23, the mysterious television show “Lost” ends, leaving critics and fans split. (credit: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images)
Mel Gibson and Oksana Grigorieva
On July 8, audiotapes of actor Mel Gibson’s rants at his former girlfriend Oksana Grigorieva leaked online. (credit: Angela Weiss/Getty Images)
Pink
On Jan. 31, pop star Pink’s soaking, aerial performance at the Grammys stole the show. (credit: Robyn Peck/AFP/Getty Images)
2010 MTV Movie Awards
On June 5, Sandra Bullock appeared on the MTV Music Awards, kissing Scarlett Johanssen. It was Bullock’s first public appearance since her marriage with Jesse James fell apart over his infidelity. (credit: Christopher Polk/Getty Images)
Sex and the City 2
On May 27, ‘Sex And The City 2′ premiered, continuing the adventures of Carrie Bradshaw and crew. (credit: Max Nash/AFP/Getty Images)
Charlie Sheen
On Oct. 26, actor Charlie Sheen was arrested after allegedly demolishing his room at the Plaza Hotel in NYC. (credit: Riccardo S. Savi/Getty Images)
South Park Creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone
On Apr. 14, an episode of “South Park” upset the group Revolution Muslim for its depiction of the prophet Muhammad in various costumes. (credit: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
Steven Colbert
On Sept. 24, comedian Stephen Colbert appeared on Capitol Hill to testify about immigration policy and his brief work as a day laborer. (credit: SAUL LOEB/AFP/Getty Images)
Vuvuzela
On June 11, the World Cup got underway, introducing the world to buzzing annoyance of the Vuvuzela. (credit: Paballo Thekiso/AFP/Getty Images)
