Pop stars Justin Timberlake and Beyonce led the nominations for the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards on Tuesday with seven apiece, followed by rapper Kanye West and Barbados teen-ager Rihanna who are both up for five awards.Neo-soul singer Amy Winehouse got three nominations for the September 9 Las Vegas show, including video of the year -- for which she will be competing against Timberlake, Beyonce, Rihanna, West and French electronic dance duo Justice.
"What great nominees! They truly reflect a stellar year in music and videos," Christina Norman, MTV president, said in a statement.
Timberlake, West, hip hop artist Akon, rapper T.I. and R&B singer Robin Thicke are up for best male artist, while Winehouse, Beyonce, Rihanna, Fergie and Nelly Furtado will compete for best female artist.
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