MTV Reveals Custom Designed Talent Gift Bags for '2006 MTV Video Music Awards'

MTV Reveals Custom Designed Talent Gift Bags for '2006 MTV Video Music Awards'

NEW YORK, Aug. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- MTV: Music Television today unveiled the contents of this year's lavish, custom designed talent gift bags for celebrities attending the "2006 MTV Video Music Awards" ceremony airing live from New York's Radio City Music Hall August 31 at 8:00 PM (ET/PT). The gift bag includes a wide variety of the latest high-end technology, exclusive fashion necessities and exotic travel getaways.

The star-packed event will feature hot performances by Beyonce, Justin Timblerake, T.I., Panic! At the Disco, Christina Aguilera, The Killers, Ludacris with Pharrell, The All-American Rejects, OK Go, The Raconteurs and Shakira. Also making appearances at the "2006 MTV Video Music Awards" are Jennifer Lopez, Axl Rose, Jessica Simpson, Diddy and the cast of Jackass, hosted by funnyman Jack Black.

GIFT HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE (in alphabetical order)

* 2 k by Gingham will be gifting their hot, high-demand rock and roll
reference t-shirts along with a gift certificate inviting recipients to
choose from 2k's best and most unique artworks.

* Actifirm will be gifting the recipients their daily regimen of their
Peel & Firm Regimen System and an invitation into the "A-List" Concierge
Service -- the exclusive passport to Pixel Perfect(TM) skin care with
Actifirm's Actizyme technology.

* Alex Woo will be gifting a choice of "Little Big Notes," specially
designed and luxurious musical note pendants debuting exclusively for
this year's MTV Video Music Awards.

* Altec Lansing will be gifting two of their sleek and compact inMotion
players, the M602 designed for in-home use and the iM500 for on-the-go
use, providing high definition sound and attractive flare wherever you
go.

* Archos has gifted ARCHOS 604, the latest portable media player with DVR
so their favorite television shows and movies will stay unmissed while
they're on-the-go.

* BACARDI will be gifting recipients their entire line of products and the
opportunity for the Bacardi team of noted mixologists to create a custom
cocktail just for them.

* Bespoke Labs T3 is offering their Narrow Wet-or-Dry-iron, sleek black
and embellished with rhinestones, the latest innovation to quick dry wet
hair smooth and straight in one step.

* Bliss Spa will be gifting a Blisscertificate along with their famous
Bliss Lemon & Sage Body Butter and Bliss Lemon & Sage Soap bars.

* Blue Cult White Label offers a high-end, premium line of denim products
for the denim addict.

* Burberry, the original British luxury brand, has gifted 5 classic
English Boxers to participants at the Video Music Awards.

* The Chopra Center gifts recipients with an Abyanga Massage -- a
luxurious massage performed with ayurvedic oils seeped in herbs,
guaranteeing maximum relaxation and bliss.

* Dean Markley will supply recipients with all their personal string needs
(and accessories!) for six months from their innovative wound-to-pitch
designs.

* Double Cross Jewelry by Travis Walker has gifted a special edition
rocker Skull and Cross Bones Pendant from his line of high-end leather
and Jewelry with an edge.

* Dr. Sherri Worth, top celebrity dentist, garnishes recipients with a
complimentary Zoom Teeth Whitening. With results up to five shades
lighter in only one hour, it is the perfect solution for anyone with a
busy schedule.

* exhale will be gifting a one year membership to their exhale locations
throughout the country so the recipient can enjoy unlimited Core
Fusion(R) and yoga classes, as well as a discount on spa therapies. Core
Fusion, a Pilates-infused transformational fitness experience, fuses the
disciplines of core conditioning, Pilates and yoga to produce long, lean
muscles in a flexible, youthful body and a sense of peace and
relaxation.

* Ferrara Pan will be gifting a container of classic Lemon Heads products
along with a gift card for the talent to receive a year supply of their
favorite Ferraro Pan cravings.

* IK Media will gift a choice of their music software, the finest music
production tools for achieving hit-quality mixes and masterpiece
compositions.

* Jemma Kidd Makeup School has gifted an assorted collection of popular
products along with a VIP Concierge membership to request their personal
color preference from Jemma Kidd Makeup School selection for a year.

* Lulu has gifted a special edition Biker Chic Oversized Hobo as the main
bag for the VMA gifts to be placed in.

* MACBETH has gifted a gift certificate for two pairs of sneakers, other
MACBETH products and a Guitar Center VIP card for high quality products
that acknowledge the timeless aspects of music.

* Marchon Eyewear will be inspiring the look of luxury and elegance by
gifting their fashionable Fendi sunglasses.

* Missoni has gifted their hot, new fall scarf from their innovative line
dedicated to combining the worlds of art and culture with fashion.

* Morgans Hotel Group will be gifting a 2 night stay at their choice of
any of their 10 hotels worldwide. Morgans Hotel Group Co. (NASDAQ:MHGC)
which is widely credited with establishing and developing the rapidly
expanding boutique hotel sector, owns and operates Morgans, Royalton and
Hudson in New York, Delano and the Shore Club in Miami, Mondrian in Los
Angeles and Scottsdale, Clift in San Francisco, and Sanderson and St.
Martins Lane in London.

* OnGossamer will be gifting a piece from its luxurious lingerie line
along with a gift certificate for $250 for their own personal selection
of the finest in OnGossamer lingerie.

* Oscar by Oscar De La Renta will be gifting a pair of their fine
footwear, embodying the beauty and attention to detail inherent in Oscar
de la Renta's designs.

* Paul Frank Industries will be gifting a choice of one of their bicycles,
a line of beach cruisers and choppers for them to tool around the
neighborhood and relive some of their most favorite juvenile memories.
Recipients can choose from Paul Frank's most popular cruisers complete
with friendly bells and baskets, to their chopper-style banana seat bike
with low-rider flare.

* Rope Yoga private sessions with a top Rope Yoga instructor in their
area, set of the travel ropes and DVD of this popular workout that has
everyone buzzing.

* Sean John will be gifting some of their favorites, including their new
hot fragrance, Unforgivable.

* Shay Todd will be gifting their luxurious hooded terry tunic from their
seductive line of designs.

* Shure's E4c earphone features High-Definition drivers with Tuned-Port
technology for an ultra-wide frequency soundstage with brilliant highs
and extended bass. As the ideal companion to any portable or home audio
source, the E4c incorporates the same precision components used by
professional musicians to bring incredibly accurate sound with
remarkable isolation.

* The Superluxe Collection offers a taste of their famed artwork with 5
new and heavily embellished belt buckles designed exclusively for the
VMA gift bag.

* Swiss Legend's newly launched Swiss Made Movement Chronograph or 3-hand
version watch, which is water-resistant up to 100ft under water.

* URGE and iRiver Clix portable music player lets you choose from an array
of exclusive tracks, music programming and editorial across all music
genres. Recipients will also receive an annual URGE All Access
subscription to MTV Networks' new digital music service.

* U.S.A Shaolin Temple will be gifting their workout book and a gift
certificate for private Kung Fu lessons with Sifu Shi Yan Ming at his
U.S.A Shaolin Temple in NYC.

* Vegas Grand Prix will be providing recipients VIP all-access pass to its
three-day festival through the lively streets of downtown Las Vegas.
Recipients will have exclusive access to all VIP activities, including
the opening race for the 2007 Champ Car World Series.

* Wahine Jewelry will be gifting a selection of their Hawaiian-infused
line of playful and sexy accessories.

About MTV Networks

MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom (NYSE:VIA)(NYSE:VIA.B), is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. MTV Networks, with more than 120 channels worldwide, owns and operates the following television programming services -- MTV: MUSIC TELEVISION, MTV2, VH1, mtvU, NICKELODEON, NICK at NITE, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV LAND, SPIKE TV, CMT, NOGGIN, VH1 CLASSIC, LOGO, MTVN INTERNATIONAL and THE DIGITAL SUITE FROM MTV NETWORKS, a package of 13 digital services, with all of these networks trademarks of MTV Networks. MTV Networks connects with its audiences through its robust consumer products businesses and its more than 100 interactive properties worldwide, including online, broadband, wireless and interactive television services and also has licensing agreements, joint ventures, and syndication deals whereby all of its programming services can be seen worldwide.

Source: MTV

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