It's Ellen's first day back in the studio for a brand new season, and there's no one better to help get things started than her friend and star of "Parenthood," the hilarious LAUREN GRAHAM.

Ellen had plenty of time to get some GTL (gym, tan and laundry) this summer, so she's all set when the THE CAST OF "JERSEY SHORE" drops by.

He's starting Season 8 with a bang, joining Ellen at the VMAs -- USHER is in studio today to perform his hit, "DJ Got Us Fallin' in Love Again."

Plus, the hottest dancers from the latest season of "SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE" are showing off their amazing moves.