“American Idol” alum and Grammy-winning singer Mandisa died earlier this year — and now, we know how … as we’ve obtained her autopsy report. TMZ obtained a copy of the document which lists Mandisa’s official cause of death as “complications of class III obesity,” with the medical examiner noting she weighed 488 pounds at the

Brother Marquis — a longtime member of 2 Live Crew — has died … TMZ has learned. The rapper passed away Monday — this according to the group’s official social media accounts … which noted he “went to the upper room.” 2LC’s manager confirmed his death to us, but didn’t have any further details on

Kanye West‘s ex-executive/personal assistant claims he gave her the boot after sending her vile sexual texts and videos. Lauren Pisciotta says in her lawsuit, she was an OnlyFans model who posted a bunch of bikini and lingerie pics and was super successful — making $1 mil a year. Kanye hired Lauren in July 2021, after

Sean Kingston has officially been booked in the Broward County jail … more than a week after his South Florida home was raided by cops. The rapper/singer — as well as his mother — have been charged with defrauding companies and people of over a million dollars worth of goods and services. The singer was

Play video content TikTok / @iambzt13 Shania Twain shared a magical mess-up from a recent show … tweeting out a vid of her belting out her song into a prop instead of a microphone. The singer-songwriter shared the clip Sunday capturing the gaffe … and, it all starts in the middle of her song “(If

Play video content Taylor Swift‘s French definitely doesn’t have to be pardoned … ’cause she said a few words pretty perfectly while directing attention to a fan in need. The singer-songwriter was onstage during her show in Lyon, France … when she points to a member of the audience and asks if they need help.

Play video content TMZ.com Justin Timberlake‘s always looking out for his fans … slamming the brakes on his show in Texas to point out one who seemingly needed medical assistance. The singer-songwriter hit the stage at the Moody Center — an arena at the University of Texas at Austin — Saturday night … and, during

Diplo‘s in the Pride Month spirit … posting a totally nude pic of himself — with a rainbow exploding from where the sun don’t shine. The music producer posted a pic on social media Saturday in honor of the first day of Pride … wishing his followers a happy holiday — and sharing a pic

Play video content Instagram / @kyliejenner Kylie and Kendall Jenner know how to party … belting out Billie Eilish lyrics and pounding a couple cold ones in a new video posted to social media. The video went up on Kylie’s IG Saturday … showing her and her older sis as they sing along to Billie’s

NBA legend Bill Walton — arguably the biggest Grateful Dead fan on the planet — received a huge tribute at the Dead & Company Sphere show Thursday night … three days after he tragically passed away. The band — which consists of John Mayer and Bob Weir, plus other former Grateful Dead members — projected

Play video content Taylor Momsen — the frontwoman for The Pretty Reckless band and one-time “Gossip Girl” star –must be feeling pretty rock ‘n’ roll right now … ’cause she got bitten by a bat onstage. Taylor — who came up as an actress on ‘GG’ and as Cindy Lou Who in “How the Grinch

Kendrick Lamar and Drake ending their beef doesn’t mean the 2024 Rap Wars have a ceasefire … ’cause Cardi B just fired a ton of shots on “Whole Lotta Money” rapper BIA. Both Cardi and BIA have been cryptically dissing each other for some time now and Cardi let her have it on GloRilla and

John Lennon‘s son has finally read Prince Harry‘s memoir … and he’s crapping on it. Sean Ono Lennon — John and Yoko Ono‘s only kid — says he’s cracked open the Duke of Sussex’s memoir, a year after its release, and he was left underwhelmed by the tell-all, writing … “My long awaited review of

Rihanna has yet another reason to tack on that “Queen” title in front of her name … she now holds the record for most Diamond-stamped releases, according to the RIAA. On Friday, RiRi and Roc Nation were showered with a slew of new plaques — including Diamond certifications for her Jay-Z-assisted “Umbrella,” the Drake-featured “Work,”

Diddy got blasted by dozens of ex-associates and colleagues in a bombshell report — but he’s still got at least one person in his camp … one of the singers from his old musical trio. “Love and Hip Hop: Atlanta” alum and Diddy-Dirty Money member Kalenna Harper was interviewed for Rolling Stone amid their 6-month

Play video content A man says he got robbed at knifepoint after a Taking Back Sunday concert last week — and he’s got the whole thing on video … with some dude just standing by and watching it all. The alleged victim’s name is Brandon — a sound specialist for bands touring nationwide — and

Tina Knowles popped the lid on the intimate details of how her Grammy Award-winning daughter Solange came into the world … an African vacay got so steamy, it expanded the family!!! Miss Tina was a recent guest on Vogue’s “The Run-Through” podcast where she shared the complete origin story of both Solange and her eldest

Ice Cube is reminding hip hop fans that his iconic “No Vaseline” packed more bang for its buck than any other rap diss track around … he didn’t just kill soloists, he annihilated an entire squad!!! Waiting for your permission to load TikTok Post. The Don Mega was Sunday night’s co-headliner for California Roots Festival

Play video content TMZ.com Marc Lamont Hill is over people complaining about nepo-babies in Hollywood … sharing his stance on the heels of North West‘s controversial “Lion King” casting. We got the author Tuesday on “TMZ Live,” where he defended Kim Kardashian and Kanye West‘s oldest daughter for using her celebrity status to land a

Jelly Roll‘s sober strategy involves just a dash of drugs … ’cause he says he needs marijuana to live a clean lifestyle — claiming without it he’d go back to harder stuff in a heartbeat. The singer-songwriter opened up about his coping mechanism during an interview with Taste of Country … admitting he smokes weed

Britney Spears says she’s been the victim of theft … telling her millions of Instagram followers someone stole all her jewelry — but, she hasn’t filed a police report yet. The singer-songwriter took to IG Sunday night and shared a video she took where she shows her fans a series of small empty drawers …

Bruce Springsteen may be The Boss, but he’s calling out of work sick … canceling several shows after doctors said he needed to rest his voice. The singer-songwriter announced the news via Instagram … posting a statement with The E Street Band explaining he spoke with doctors who told him he shouldn’t perform for at

Nicki Minaj says she’s already planning to reschedule her canceled concert in England after her drug arrest Saturday … while also apologizing to her many fans. In a message posted to X Sat night, the rapper explained she finally arrived at her Manchester hotel after spending about 6 hours in an Amsterdam jail. Nicki appeared

1:46 PM PT — Despite fans’ high hopes, it appears the concert in Manchester’s been canceled … with some sharing a notice they say they received at the venue on X. @TheCoopLive has given us these and have evacuated the site. #GagCityManchester pic.twitter.com/UALLm4g1zI — Kristen 🎀 (@Kristenmary99) May 25, 2024 @Kristenmary99 1:03 PM PT —

Taylor Swift‘s jet-setting has some up in arms … including a prominent TV naturalist who’s saying the pop star needs to shake off those climate-destroying private planes! Chris Packham — a nature photographer and television presenter for the BBC — spoke with The Mirror in the UK and shared his disappointment about the cease and

Kanye West may end up avoiding legal trouble for allegedly punching a guy at a famous hotel last month … ’cause cops say everyone involved has gone radio silent. Law enforcement sources tell TMZ … the rapper and twin brothers Mark and Jonnie Houston have clammed up over claims Ye socked the wrong twin in

Play video content Billie Eilish is accused of throwing some serious shade according to Swifties who are on high alert, thinking her cryptic words are directed at Taylor Swift … AGAIN. Here’s the scoop — Billie called out musicians who do 3-hour shows in a big way. She said it’s “literally psychotic” during a Stationhead

Tennessee’s top cop is stepping up for the King … officially checking out misconduct allegations against the lending company that attempted to foreclose on Elvis Presley‘s estate. TN Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced Thursday his office is investigating Naussany Investments and Private Lending, LLC — the company that set the wheels in motion for Graceland

Sean Kingston is behind bars in Southern California, an arrest that came hours after cops raided his home in Florida and arrested his mother. The singer was arrested Thursday evening in on the base of Fort Irwin — out in the middle of California’s Mojave Desert — and cops say he will be booked into

Britney Spears is back with another rambling IG post … and this time she’s talking about forgiving those she claims contributed to her health woes. In particular, the troubled singer gets candid about the nerve damage on the right side of her body, which she says is so severe she can’t think straight sometimes —