Play video content Lil Wayne‘s historic career was stamped yet again last night as he was inducted into the Billboard Hip-Hop Hall of Fame … an honor that apparently interrupted his studio time. Weezy F. Baby embraced Billboard Executive Director Gail Mitchell and thanked the fans for their undying support … and also told the
Robbie Robertson, songwriter and lead guitarist for legendary rock group The Band, is dead … TMZ has confirmed. Sources close to Robbie tell us he died Wednesday in Los Angeles after battling prostate cancer for about a year. We’re told he’d been doing ok, recently, but on Tuesday he told his wife he wasn’t feeling
Play video content CBS ‘Big Brother 25’ contestant Luke Valentine created a pretty tense situation after dropping the N-word mid-conversation with some fellow houseguests. Luke was seen chatting on the live feeds early Wednesday morning with contestants Jared, Cory, and Hisam when he said, “We were in the f****** (inaudible) room, n****.” Realizing his mistake
DeVonta Smith cared so much about supporting Henry Ruggs during his sentencing hearing on Wednesday … the Eagles star was reportedly excused from practice so he could be there in person. The former Heisman Trophy winner, according to Philadelphia Inquirer reporter Jeff McLane, left Birds camp in Philly in order to be in Las Vegas
UPDATE 7:30 AM PT — Senator Dianne Feinstein‘s office released this statement … “Senator Feinstein briefly went to the hospital yesterday afternoon as a precaution after a minor fall in her home. All of her scans were clear and she returned home.” Senator Dianne Feinstein was at the hospital, TMZ has learned, after tripping and
Some Taylor Swift fans are shelling out thousands to get a seat for her L.A. concerts, while others are gaining access for much less … simply bribing security guards working the venue. Taylor’s set to perform show 6 of 6 Wednesday night — a stretch of shows that has felt similar to when L.A. hosted
Sandra Bullock‘s heartbreaking loss of her longtime partner is raising awareness for all ALS patients … and spurring huge donations for an ALS organization. Honchos at the ALS Association tell TMZ … the group’s seen a significant funding spike in the 24 hours since Bryan Randall died following a 3-year battle with ALS. We’re told
Dr. Terry Dubrow experienced a medical emergency that could have gotten very bad, very fast … but fortunately for him, his wife was by his side. Dr. Dubrow tells TMZ … last Thursday night, he was chowing down with his wife and son at The Ivy in L.A. … when he suddenly began slurring his
Gisele Bündchen says her divorce from Tom Brady has been no cakewalk … admitting the recent split has been hard on her, but she’s getting through the rough patch by shifting her focus elsewhere. The supermodel went into detail about ending her 13-year marriage with the seven-time Super Bowl champion in an interview with Vogue
Before this child actor with her pink visor on backwards turned into the talented actress and singer she is today, she was just goofing around with her dad at his office and growing up in sunny Los Angeles, California. Perhaps she’s most known for her starring role on Nickelodeon’s iCarly with other child stars like
Play video content Bravo Jeff Lewis called Kyle Richards a “lesbian on Ozempic,” and while he was certainly joking … it’s a toss-up as to whether the ‘Housewives’ star herself is laughing. The famous interior designer — known for appearing on Bravo’s “Flipping Out” — made the flippant comment on Andy Cohen‘s show “Watch What
Taylor Swift’s L.A. concert is the biggest event of the year for sure, which is why 70,000 people packed into Sofi Stadium Thursday night, shouting lyrics that can be heard far and wide … much to the chagrin of some very tired homeowners!
Iggy Azalea‘s letter of support for Tory Lanez — ahead of his sentencing for shooting Megan Thee Stallion — is triggering an avalanche of backlash, but the “Fancy” rapper says it’s totally unfair. For starters, she didn’t know her passionate plea would be for public eyes, but she’s doubling down on feeling Tory doesn’t deserve
Top Dawg Entertainment rapper Reason is getting a harsh dose of criticism from the very label exec who’s overseeing the album Reason’s about to release. Awwwkward!!! Reason was venting his frustrations with TDEl to Smac and T Rell on the “Back on Figg” podcast last night … when TDE co-president Anthony “Moosa” Tiffith Jr. called
Play video content In The Booth with Shawn Booth Jason Aldean‘s new controversial song is anything but racist, and is simply being twisted into something it’s not — so say Shawn Booth and Chuck Wicks. The “Bachelorette” alum and country star were chatting on the former’s podcast — “In the Booth with Shawn Booth” —
Swifties in the U.S. will be swarming their local Starbucks — the coffee chain’s brewed up a playlist that’s all Taylor Swift, all the time. A spokesperson for Starbucks tells TMZ … the company is celebrating Taylor wrapping up the first leg of her Eras tour by rolling out the Taylor playlist for use as
Offset and his legal beef with Quality Control Music — the label behind his career as a member of Migos — has ended … with signs pointing to a settlement. According to docs, obtained by TMZ Hip Hop, Offset filed to dismiss the suit against QC with prejudice Tuesday, ending a lengthy legal battle in
UPDATE 5:44 PM PT — Tory‘s lawyer, Jose Baez, is ripping the 10-year sentence … calling it “incredibly harsh” and “extreme” and claiming the rapper is being punished because of his celebrity status. UPDATE Play video content TMZ.com UPDATE Baez also ripped prosecutors for making an example out of Tory … and he says Tory’s
Play video content BACKGRID Kevin Costner and his daughter hit up Taylor Swift‘s SoFi Stadium concert Monday, and it’s safe to say, when she sang “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together,” they were experiencing 2 very different emotions! Kevin and 13-year-old daughter Grace Avery were in a luxury suite as Taylor sang one of
Former child star Austin Majors died as a result of a fentanyl overdose … in a trend that’s become all too common. The ex-“NYPD Blue” actor’s autopsy results were released Tuesday by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office — and his cause of death is attributed to fentanyl toxicity. The manner is listed as
Robert De Niro‘s grandson died from a lethal combination of illicit drugs, including fentanyl … TMZ has learned. According to New York City’s chief medical examiner, Leandro De Niro Rodriguez died from the toxic effects of fentanyl, bromazolam, alprazolam, 7-aminoclonazepam, ketamine, and cocaine. The Medical Examiner is ruling Leandro’s death an accidental overdose. As we
Play video content BACKGRID “The Bachelorette” alum Kaitlyn Bristowe is opening up about her split from Jason Tartick … and she’s hinting at the possibility of a second chance between them. Kaitlyn shared her post-breakup thoughts Monday at LAX, admitting she’s holding up alright in the days following their called-off engagement … and says it’s
Play video content TMZ.com LL Cool J‘s involved in multiple celebrations this week to commemorate hip hop’s 50th anniversary — a full-circle moment for the legendary rapper who always knew rap music was going places!!! TMZ Hip Hop caught Uncle L out Tuesday in NYC, where he expressed gratitude his chosen profession blossomed into one
Play video content TMZ.com Rachel Leviss hasn’t shown face for the next season of “Vanderpump Rules” — and based on where she popped up Tuesday, that’s not likely to change as filming continues. The reality TV star — who was at the center of last season’s cheating scandal, aka ‘Scandoval’ — surfaced at a Massage
Logan Paul is getting back in the boxing ring — the Maverick is slated to go up against MMA fighter Dillon Danis in October. The WWE Superstar and internet superstar announced the big news on Tuesday … saying, “OCTOBER 14 I return to boxing after fighting Floyd Mayweather over 2 years ago.” “I doubt this
Play video content Credit This Past Weekend with Theo Von Ric Flair was not saying “WOOOO!!!!” after smoking weed with Mike Tyson — the former WWE Superstar says he got so high with the boxing legend … he thought he croaked!! The Nature Boy opened up on the time he got super faded with Iron
Dillon Danis first … Le’Veon Bell next?! If Bell had things his way, that’s exactly how Logan Paul‘s upcoming fight schedule would work out … ’cause the former NFL star-turned-boxer says he wants all the smoke with The Maverick in the ring soon. Bell made his intentions known with a fiery tweet on Tuesday afternoon
Conor McGregor spared no expense for Dee Devlin‘s birthday this week … putting on an epic boat party for his fiancée, while showering her with designer gifts. The UFC superstar shared pics of his surprise bash for his lover on Tuesday — one day before Devlin, who’s pregnant with the couple’s fourth child, officially turns
Kim Kardashian used her voice to try to spring Master P‘s incarcerated brother C-Murder from prison, but the gesture was a slap in the face to his alleged victim’s family. George Thomas, brother of the slain Steve Thomas, tells TMZ Hip Hop … whenever a celebrity such as Kim Kardashian advocates for C-Murder, it’s like
Play video content Mitch McConnell — one of the most powerful politicians in the country — was drowned out by calls to retire during a speech in Kentucky over the weekend. The 81-year-old Senate Minority Leader — who has been battling health issues for several years — was giving a speech at the Fancy Farm