Nick Cannon

Look To The Stars’ Abhishek Seth recently got to talk with Nick Cannon about his charity work, making the world a better place… and socks.

What got you interested in charity?

I was always taught: “To whom much is given, much is required.” I’ve been blessed tremendously throughout my life — so I have to be a blessing to others. It’s my duty, and I enjoy it.

Is there anyone in particular who has inspired your philanthropy?

It's Back to School shopping season. Stores and organizations know that, in today's economy, families could use a little extra during this busy time.

DoSomething.org and Macy's have joined forces with Kelly Osbourne and America's Got Talent host Nick Cannon for a campaign that rewards back to school shoppers with gift cards, scholarships and a way to give back to your community.

This past Thursday, VH1 aired the second annual Do Something Awards, which represents a partnership between the music channel and DoSomething.org to honor young people’s commitment to social change. The awards ceremony was hosted by Jane Lynch and featured performances from Demi Lovato, OneRepublic with B.o.B, and Foster The People along with an all-star lineup of presenters, which included Kristen Bell, Nick Cannon, Jon Cryer, Victoria Justice, Adam Lambert, Mario Lopez and more.

2011 VH1 Do Something Awards – Show HOLLYWOOD, CA – AUGUST 14: Musician Nick Cannon speaks onstage during the 2011 VH1 Do Something Awards at the Hollywood Palladium on August 14, 2011 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images) Nick Cannon at the 2011 VH1 Do Something Awards at the Hollywood Palladium on August 14, 2011 in Hollywood, California. Photos courtesy Getty Images

The 2011 Do Something! Awards, hosted by Jane Lynch, air tonight on VH1. Demi Lovato and B.o.B are among the night’s performers, with presenters including Kristen Bell, Nick Cannon, Victoria Justice, Adam Lambert, Olivia Munn and Mario Lopez. Gossip Cop will have live streaming coverage below, starting at 9:00 p.m. ET. UPDATE – NO STREAM AVAILABLE YET, WILL HAVE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE Follow @GossipCop on Twitter! Like us on Facebook!

Tonight on VH1, The 2011 Do Something Awards hosted by Jane Lynch will honor celebrities and young people actually making a difference in the world. Oh, and also, Justin Bieber was there!!1! You can watch the show on VH1 at 9/8 C, but til that time, we would like to offer you our signature For Your Consideration: The 2011 Do Something Awards. DEAR ROSE: HE LIKES HIS TEAM. HE’S SET WITH THAT TEAM. THEY’RE ONLY COMFORTABLE WITH THEIR EQUIPMENT. Adam Lambert and Rose McGowan

Do Something Awards to air Thursday, feature Oklahoma celebrities Blake Shelton, Reba McEntire and Ronnie Dunn are among the nominees, Olivia Munn is a presenter, and Ryan Tedder and OneRepublic are performing. Several Oklahoma celebrities will perform, present and compete for awards when the 2011 Do Something Awards air at 8 p.m. Thursday on VH1.

He’s been known to take on the role of personal shopper, and she dishes out her sassy style opinions on E!’s Fashion Police. So it’s only natural that Nick Cannon and Kelly Osbourne are teaming up to promote a back-to-school campaign with Macy’s, combining fashion, shopping rewards and charity, all to benefit DoSomething.org.

Several Oklahoma celebrities will perform, present and compete for awards when the 2011 Do Something Awards air at 8 p.m. Thursday on VH1.

The woman who makes Sue Sylvester so inhospitable has a new role: TV host. “Glee” star Jane Lynch returns to host the Do Something Awards for the second year at 9 p.m. Thursday on VH1. The event honors celebrities who better the world through their activism. But one category salutes everyday people who are younger than 25; that winner will receive $100,000.