FROM MTV NEWSROOM: After a late night out, MTV News' Tim Kash received an early morning opportunity at the 2008 VMA set. Still sleepy-eyed, Tim made his way to his very first TV interview. The assignment -- taking KTLA's red carpet guru, Sam Rubin on a tour of the Paramount backlot. As a man who's held down countless red carpets (Oscars, anyone?), Sam had a list of pointers for Tim, from grabbing a good interview to securing Rihanna's digits.
Learn more about the meet up and catch Sam Rubin's red carpet tips at MTV Newsroom.
Stay up-to-date on everything about the 2008 MTV Video Music Awards at vma.mtv.com, and don't miss the big show Sunday (September 7) at 9 p.m. ET/PT or the pre-show red carpet coverage that starts at 8 p.m. ET/PT.