Sidney Poitier, the actor and activist who broke color barriers in Hollywood and starred in some of the most iconic movies ever made, has died. The office of the Bahamian Minister of Foreign Affairs has confirmed Sidney’s death to TMZ … however, the circumstances surrounding his passing are not yet known, nor do we know

Scottish singer Lulu, who sang the huge, hit, title song for one of Sidney Poitier‘s most famous movies, is reflecting on his death … and thanking him for inspiring her. Lulu tells TMZ … Sidney was “my friend, my teacher, my inspiration.” She famously sang the theme song for Sidney’s 1967 movie, “To Sir, With

Play video content @willsmith / Instagram Will Smith ripped a fart so hard during a workout with the NFL’s Miami Dolphins he asked if there was a shower around … and the hilarious chain of events is all on video. The actor was getting stretched out for a training session with the Dolphins when he

Arizona-born child actor Mika Boorem was barely a teenager when she was cast as the braid-wearing baby sister Penny Chadwick — who tags along with her ocean-loving big sister and her North Shore surf friends — in the 2002 wave-riding movie masterpiece “Blue Crush.” The surf film’s line-up was filled with other ripping stars including

Play video content BACKGRID Kanye West is in the midst of a pretty romantic tour with Julia Fox, hitting up NYC Tuesday night … on the heels of introducing her to his close pals, including N.O.R.E., during a whirlwind weekend in Miami. Tuesday night Ye and the actress did a classic New York date —

Play video content TMZ.com Peter Dante — who’s been in just about every single Adam Sandler movie — went OFF on an L.A. hostess who denied him service for not wearing a mask … and it’s all on video. The actor’s meltdown started Monday night when he was trying to get a table at Quarters

Maybe the biggest celebrity house sale of the year is going down in Bev Hills, because TMZ has learned Adele is about to become the owner of Sylvester Stallone‘s awesome estate, and she’s getting it for a steal. Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ … Adele is in escrow for Sly’s massive home, tucked away

Los Angeles local Penelope Ann Miller has had an impressive stretch of almost 40 years in the entertainment biz but it was her cute (and crazy) role of the egg salad sammy making girlfriend Winnie — who gets dumped for the Italian carny who’s passing through town — that stands out in the iconic 1988

Halle Berry clowned everyone Saturday by making it seem she tied the knot again … and she got over on lots of her famous friends. Halle posted pics that made it look like she and boyfriend, Van Hunt, are now hubby and wife. The photos were taken in a chapel on what appears to be

Jeanine Ann Roose, the little girl featured in the iconic movie, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” has died … TMZ has confirmed. Jeanine passed on New Year’s Eve at her home in L.A. We’re told she had been battling an illness — an infection in her abdomen — for a couple of months and succumbed to

Max Julien — famous for his leading role in the blaxploitation film ‘The Mack’ — has died. The actor/writer/producer passed away on Jan. 1, due to undisclosed circumstances — this according to his PR team … who says his wife discovered him early him Saturday morning. In a statement, they say in part … “During

Harry Potter and co. got together again for a trip down memory lane — and even though J.K. Rowling doesn’t sit for an interview herself … she still magically appears (kinda). The author and creator of the wizarding franchise was notably absent for HBO Max’s 20th Anniversary ‘Return to Hogwarts’ reunion special, which hit the

English actor Rachel Weisz was in her twenties when she uncovered her breakout role as the Egyptologist Evelyn “Evie” Carnahan — who goes on an epic adventure in the sands of the Sahara Desert — in the iconic 1999 action movie “The Mummy” and the 2001 follow-up film “The Mummy Returns.” Rachel Weisz shared the

The beef between Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Vin Diesel is far from squelched … because “The Rock” just blasted his former ‘Fast & Furious’ co-star, calling him manipulative. TMZ reported back in 2016, when they were filming the 8th installment of the franchise — “The Fate of the Furious” — the 2 men were

Bob Odenkirk is fully back … just months after almost dying of a heart attack. The “Better Call Saul” star was out and about Wednesday … shopping for firewood and groceries at an L.A. supermarket. Speaking of Duraflame — Bob is Dur-able … TMZ broke the story back in July … he collapsed in new

Armie Hammer has resurfaced after months of rehab … he’s back in the Cayman Islands with his kids. Armie looks relaxed in a bathing suit and t-shirt, strolling poolside with his son. It’s the first time we’ve seen him since he left the rehab facility where he’s been receiving treatment for more than half a

Ice Cube is angry at critics who are grousing he shortchanged actors who appeared in his iconic movie, “Friday.” Cube lashed out on Twitter, responding to an interview Faizon Love did, claiming he was only paid $2,500 to pay Big Worm in “Friday.” That led others to accuse Cube of “robbing his own people.” Well,

Kim Kardashian is getting dragged for ruining the ending of the new, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” flick. Seems Kim was ensconced in her Hidden Hills home theatre Monday night watching the 3rd installment of the mega-hit, when she spoiled the climax … we’re not going to do the same, unless you want to see by

Bing Crosby‘s former estate is hitting the market … and the place is so nice, even John F. Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe stayed there. Our real estate sources tell us Bing’s former mansion in Rancho Mirage, CA is up for sale at $4.5 million … and the place includes a guest house dubbed the “JFK

It may be the most drawn-out divorce in Hollywood history — but after 10 1/2 years, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver are single again. It went down Tuesday morning in L.A. Superior Court … TMZ has learned. The divorce had been mediated by a private judge and that judge signed off on the divorce earlier

Jean-Marc Vallee, the director of “Dallas Buyers Club,” “Sharp Objects,” and “Big Little Lies,” has died … and it was both sudden and unexpected. Vallee passed near Quebec City, at his cabin. His producing partner, Nathan Ross, said … “Jean-Marc stood for creativity, authenticity and trying things differently. He was a true artist and a

Robert Pattinson is oozing sex appeal as the new Batman … going impressively shirtless and getting super close with co-star Zoe Kravitz. The hunk is playing Bruce Wayne in the latest Batman movie, “The Batman,” and the new trailer dropped Monday … and it’s heavy on sexuality and violence. Robert’s showing off his super-toned body

There’s been a long, raging debate over whether the 1980s classic action flick “Die Hard” is a Christmas movie … and Bruce Willis‘ mother is picking sides. The debate has the potential to blow families apart this holiday season … and even the TMZ office is split down the middle on “Die Hard” as an

Tom Holland has co-signed on a scientific conclusion that has a clear impact on his life … that short men have more sex. The ‘Spider-Man’ star clearly knows of where he speaks. The 5’8″ actor has been dating Zendaya, who measures 5’10.” Here’s the way it went down … The LADbible posted a pic of

Mark Rylance‘s turn as a deranged tech CEO in ‘Don’t Look Up’ is a clear dig at our country’s leading billionaire visionaries — but the question … who’s it actually aimed at??? You’ve probably heard about this new Netflix flick — but what you may not have known … Rylance portrayal as chief of a

Tom Holland may be the biggest thing in Hollywood, because “Spider-Man: No Way Home” has just topped Sony’s list of highest-grossing movies ever … and it’s not his only billion-dollar flick. The latest Spider-Man installment gave Sony the biggest December opening weekend ever … it’s about to cross the billion-dollar mark worldwide. That’s a big

P.T. Anderson‘s newest movie, “Licorice Pizza,” is getting unleashed to the masses this weekend — and with it, so are uncomfortable themes of racism and would-be pedophilia. The esteemed director’s latest offering got a wide release Saturday — this after a multi-week run in very select theaters throughout L.A. and elsewhere — and now that

The Grinch will be making its way to the NFL this Christmas … courtesy of Indianapolis Colts running back Nyheim Hines‘ super furry cleats!! TMZ Sports has learned … Hines hit up his go-to guy, artist Rodney Jackson, to make some cleats that will get him in the holiday spirit before taking on the Cardinals

Play video content Alec Baldwin hopped on cam to deliver a holiday message … thanking people who have supported him in the wake of the fatal shooting on the “Rust” set, saying it’s been a rough road for him. Baldwin expressed gratitude to people who reached out to him with messages of sympathy and support

New York native Bobcat Goldthwait (real name Robert Francis Goldthwait) gained fame while in his mid-twenties after he parlayed his successful stand-up career into big-screen acting gigs while keeping his signature squawky voice on iconic ’80s movies. BG’s recognizable roles include the zany Zed on “Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment,” Fred Chaney on the