Play video content TMZ.com Tammy Faye Bakker, the subject of an Oscar-nominated film this year, was portrayed by the media as a clown and some even called her a crook, but they never talked about her compassion and, frankly incredible progressiveness … which is best shown in an interview she did in 1985 with Steve

Play video content IT’S TRICKY LisaRaye McCoy has some stories to tell — including why she’s been to jail multiple times — and she’s not the least bit ashamed, because she says they paved the way to her success. The actress got beyond real on the new podcast, “It’s Tricky with Raquel Harper” … acknowledging

David Spade just got a lot richer — not that he needs the loot — because he flipped his longtime Beverly Hills mansion and cashed in at $19.5 mil … TMZ has learned. For context … David plunked down $4 million for the 4 bedroom, 7 bathroom home back in 2001, and you know what’s

A biopic of Anna Nicole Smith is in the works, and her ex — Larry Birkhead — seems pretty peeved about the whole production. The film — currently titled “Hurricanna” — follows Anna’s therapist in an attempt to save Smith’s life. The therapist, played by Holly Hunter, goes on a “36-hour odyssey in which she

Anthony Johnson died from years of hard drinking … according to the medical examiner, and it’s something his wife wanted people to know. His autopsy report, obtained by TMZ, cites “chronic ethanol use” as the “Friday” star’s cause of death — while also noting the manner of death was natural. The doc states there was

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck know exactly how to stir the pot … and getting all gooey-eyed for each other while standing in front of “Marry Me” signage had the desired effect. The couple was all snuggled up with each other as they entered the screening for her upcoming flick Tuesday night at the Directors

Los Angeles local Travis Fine was in his early 30s when he locked down the role of the caring Nurse John — who ultimately falls in love with Susanna but gets moved to the men’s ward after acting on his urges — in the 1999 drama “Girl, Interrupted.” Travis Fine shared the movie with some

Sandra Bullock should get deep in the real estate game because she just made hundreds of thousands of dollars from selling her condo!!! Sandra owned a unit in a building that is packed with celebs — Sierra Towers in WeHo. The apartment has 2 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, so it’s not huge … which makes

The key medic on “Rust” is now taking legal action against Hannah Gutierrez-Reed and Dave Halls … suing them over the fatal shooting that killed Halyna Hutchins. Cherlyn Schaefer filed suit against the movie’s armorer and assistant director — plus the production company and others — claiming the defendants’ alleged negligence caused her severe emotional

Tom Brady is the Greatest of All Time, and Kevin Bacon‘s here to make sure we all know it … with a little message that’s both literal and distracting! The legendary actor took to TikTok Sunday with a tune he made up on his trusty ukulele — performing it next to a bunch of his

Awkwafina has been accused of trying to pose as a Black person in the past — be it in song or on camera — and now … she’s sorta owning up to it, but stopping short of an apology. The actress/rapper/internet personality addressed a long-running criticism that’s been years in the making — acknowledging she’s

PETA is not a fan of the new “Jackass Forever” film, and is demanding prosecutors launch a criminal investigation, claiming the production violated animal cruelty laws. A rep for Peta tells TMZ … the Paramount Pictures movie, which appears to have been filmed at least partially in Los Angeles and San Luis Obispo County, likely

Portland-based actor Andy Lindberg is best known for playing the conniving kid Davey “Lardass” Hogan — who enters the Great Tri-County Pie Eat with the intention of creating a barf-o-rama amongst the viewers and his peers in Gordie’s campfire story — in the iconic 1986 coming of age film “Stand By Me.” Lindberg shared the

Play video content TMZ.com Kevin Smith says there were 2 main factors in his decision to stop consuming animal products … his near-fatal heart attack, and his daughter’s master plan. We got the director leaving Crossroads Kitchen in L.A. — one of the most famous vegan joints in town — and asked him if the

Play video content There’s new alleged video proof that supports a man’s claim he was injured during a Jet Ski stunt gone wrong involving “Jackass” stars Steve-O and Chris Pontius. TMZ broke the story, Michael Vicens-Segura is suing the veteran stuntmen for an incident he says, left him badly injured, suffering a gash on the

Rebel Wilson is getting court-ordered protection from a man she claims keeps showing up at her home, imagining they have a son together and leaving gifts and letters. Rebel’s lawyer, Susan Haber, beelined it to court for a temporary restraining order … to protect the singer from a 39-year-old man she claims has been harassing

Play video content TMZ.com Sharon Stone says Joe Rogan‘s new approach to discussing COVID-19 is empty lip-service if he continues spreading misinformation, and adds there’s only one thing he needs to disclaim. The actress and activist held nothing back when we saw her Tuesday in Bev Hills, and brought up Rogan’s podcast. We pointed out

Canadian actor Robin Duke is known for her standout role as the quirky waitress Doris — who serves coffee and deals with Phil’s dining disasters — in the classic 1993 film “Groundhog Day.” Robin shared the iconic redundant role with Andie MacDowell as the news-driven darling, Rita Hanson … and of course Bill Murray as

“Friday” star Anthony Johnson is getting a fancy tombstone on his grave … designed by the guy who honored Eazy-E and Nate Dogg with awesome grave markers. Cemetery Tim, the man behind the cool celeb gravestones, tells TMZ …  he got in touch with Anthony’s family after the actor/comedian died back in September. The goal

If you’re looking for a blast from the past – and have $500,000 lying around – this sweet ride would’ve been perfect. Burt Reynolds‘ 1977 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am went up at Barrett-Jackson’s Scottsdale 2022 auction, and the lucky buyer paid one pretty penny for it. With the final bid at $495,000, this 8-cylinder beast

Tang Soo Do master Robert Wall, who trained with and acted alongside Chuck Norris and Bruce Lee in some of the greatest martial arts films of all time has died at the age of 82 … TMZ Sports has learned. Wall was a 9th degree Tang Soo Do black belt under Norris … who is

The Rams’ huge win didn’t go off seamlessly on Sunday … ’cause the Jumbotron operator at their stadium mistook Big Sean and Jhene Aiko for Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze Jr. — and the scene was hilarious. Just before L.A. beat the San Francisco 49ers to advance to the Super Bowl at SoFi Stadium

This is pretty awesome … Cher is part of the upcoming tribute to Betty White, delivering a fantastic version of “Thank You for Being a Friend.” Waiting for your permission to load the Instagram Media. Cher shared a clip of the “Golden Girls” theme song, which she recorded on the same sound stage where the

Play video content 10:15 AM PT — 1/29 Wee Man was all smiles after getting body slammed through the dinner table … laughing and roughhousing with Johnny Knoxville. We obtained more video showing the aftermath of Brock’s wrestling move on Wee Man … and it’s clear everyone thought it was hilarious, even Wee Man. Play

Sean Penn says men in America are becoming “quite feminized” … and he has a not-so woke or PC idea of why it’s happening. The Oscar-winning actor just doubled down on comments he made to British publication The Independent about men wearing what’s traditionally been women’s clothing. ICYMI … Sean said, “There are a lot

Tuesday marked the 2-year anniversary of Shaun Weiss’ sobriety, and he decided to celebrate the occasion with some takeout, but the original plan was meant to be much more symbolic. Friend and fellow actor Drew Gallagher was supposed to go with Shaun to Brent’s Deli in the Valley. Back in 2017, this was the first

Dylan Postl is NOT here for Peter Dinklage‘s hot take on the “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” remake. Dylan says that the esteemed actor took things waaay too far… and as a result, he’s actually hurting the dwarf community. We caught up with the actor and former WWE wrestler Wednesday, and he doubled down

Play video content TMZ.com You could say Chuck Palahniuk saw the Chinese government’s censorship of “Fight Club” coming … because the new ending is closer to the original one he wrote 25 years ago. The famed author — who penned the OG novel that became the 1999 movie — joined us Wednesday on “TMZ Live”

Peter Dinklage thinks ‘Snow White’ has a little person problem, and while Brad Willams doesn’t disagree … he does have some suggestions on how to make it work. We talked to the comedian/actor — who was born with dwarfism himself — and he gave us his take on Dinklage ripping Disney for what he sees

Kat Von D is saying goodbye to all things California — she just listed her L.A. mansion, which also happens to be a famous movie location … TMZ has learned. Long before Kat moved in, the huge home was featured in the 2003 movie “Cheaper By the Dozen” — but take a look around this